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Viola Seeds - Johnny Jump Up
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Johnny Jump-up (Viola cornuta) - These are such delightful little flowers that bring charm and grace to any summer landscape. They grow very easily from Viola seeds, and once established will even self-sow. They are not invasive just delightful!MORE VIOLA OPTIONS
Flower Specifications
SEEDS PER POUND
405,000
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
3 - 9
HEIGHT
6 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring through fall
BLOOM COLOR
Mix
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Rich, well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.8
DEER RESISTANT
No
HOUSE PLANT
Yes
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Seeds must be covered thinly, no more than the thickness of the seed
SOWING RATE
3 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 7 pounds per acre
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
6 inches
Johnny Jump-up (Viola cornuta) - These are such delightful little flowers that bring charm and grace to any summer landscape. They grow very easily from Viola seeds, and once established will even self-sow. They are not invasive just delightful! Johnny Jump Up wildflowers have been around for centuries and are native to the mountains of Spain and France. They are found growing in many temperate regions of the world, and they are widely admired for their bright little faces. Other common names you may have heard for this flower are Wild Pansy and Heartsease. Since they are cool weather flowers, Johnny Jump Up wildflowers will bloom in the spring, fade during the heat of summer, and will often return with a new flush of flowers in the fall.
Medicinal herb
Viola Johnny Jump up is also considered to be a medicinal herb, the Wild Pansy herb was used to treat skin conditions and was found growing in many herb gardens.
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How to grow
How To Grow Johnny Jump Up From Seed: Sow Johnny Jump-up wildflower seeds directly outdoors in early spring or in the fall. The Viola seeds are tiny so do not cover the herb seeds with more than 1/16 of an inch of soil. Thin Johnny Jump Up seedlings to 6 inches apart. Johnny Jump-up plants likes moist, rich soil, but they are adaptable to a wide variety of soil types.
Sunny areas may be too hot in southern climates, while shady areas may be too cold in northern zones. Depending on your temperature zone, these wildflowers may grow in full sun to full shade. Trimming Johnny Jump-ups back in the heat of summer will encourage another flush of blooms in the fall.
- Sowing Rate: 3 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 7 pounds per acre
- Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
- Keep moist until germination
- Attracts bees and other pollinators
- Depth: Do not cover more than the thickness of the seed
Flower Specifications
This species has tri-colored blooms of purple, yellow and white and looks like mini-pansies. They usually grow in 3 - 6 inch clumps with heart-shaped leaves. The foliage is evergreen in some areas, but not very large.
- Height: 6 inches
- USDA Zones: 3 - 9
- Season: Perennial
- Deer Resistant: Yes
Common Questions
Are pansies edible?
Yes, they have a mild minty taste and may be eaten fresh as a garnish or candied for decorating cakes.
Why do my pansies stop blooming in the summer?
Hot weather will cause pansies to fade and die out.
Why are my pansies spindly?
Check to see if your plants are overcrowded, pansies need to be spaced 6 inches apart. Make sure they are getting enough light especially when starting seeds inside.
Should pansies be deadheaded?
Yes, to encourage a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your flowers. This will also keep the flowers from dropping seeds.
When do pansies bloom?
Pansies bloom in the fall and in spring into early summer when the weather is cool.
Do pansies grow better in containers or in the ground?
Pansies flourish in both pots and raised beds. Because they have shallow roots, it's important not to plant them too deeply in dense soil. Always opt for well-draining soil for beds and a light potting mix for containers, ensuring that the containers also have drainage holes.
Flower Specifications
SEASON
Biennial
USDA ZONES
5 - 9
HEIGHT
6 - 8 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring, fall
BLOOM COLOR
Mix
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Average garden soil, pH 5.8 - 7.2
DEER RESISTANT
No
HOUSE PLANT
Yes
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
Cover seed lightly with peat moss
SOWING RATE
3 - 4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
8 - 12 inches
Pansy (Pansy Spooky Halloween Mix) - You may not have known it, but Pansies are the most sold flower in the world. There are two main types of pansies, clear or pure & faced or blotch. A pansy with a face/blotch, features a dark blotch in the center of the flower. Pansies are available in an amazing array of colors including this unique orange and black display. Pansy plants can overwinter in many areas if they had time to develop a good footing and are easy to grow for these raw, prime pansy seeds. Pansies rarely have any disease or insect problems making them very low maintenance. The Panola series of Pansy plants are a cross between a Pansy & Viola which results in medium sized flowers that hold up better in rain and snow than the much larger flowering pansy varieties.