Johnny Jump Up

Viola Tricolor

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Overview

The Johnny Jump Up (Viola tricolor) is an endearing, self-seeding perennial. It boasts tri-colored, velvety petals in purple, yellow, and white. Typically, this diminutive flower reaches 4-6 inches in height and spreads 4-8 inches. It flourishes in full to partial sun and well-drained soil. Robust and frost-tolerant, it adds a splash of charming, long-lasting blooms to borders and containers from spring to frost.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 6–10Climate Temperate

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and bees

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Violaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and bees; colorful appearance and low maintenance, image 171

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — but they do enjoy a cooler environment.<br><br>For the client; johnny Jump Ups are resilient and can perform well, image 167

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — the Johnny Jump Up's charming; multi-colored and yellow flowers in the garden, image 168

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