Viola tricolor
Johnny Jump Up
Description
Viola tricolor grows 6-12 in. tall and broad. The flowers are combinations of velvety purple and yellow, or the orignial blue and yellow color.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
Under 1'
Width Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Blue, Purple, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.