Enrico Fiore Viola Seeds produce compact, semi-perennial viola plants that thrive in partial shade and cool climates. Known for their long-lasting, vibrant blooms, these violas add steady color to borders, pathways, containers, and shaded garden areas. This variety is valued for its cold tolerance, reliable performance, and ability to bloom through multiple seasons in mild climates.
Enrico Fiore Viola offers rich color saturation, fragrant blossoms, and extended flowering periods—making it a favorite for gardeners who want dependable, low-maintenance garden color. Ideal for landscaping, patio gardens, and mixed planters, this shade-friendly viola performs well even in low-light conditions.
Features
- Semi-perennial viola that returns in mild climates
- Thrives in shade and cool-season gardens
- Compact, floriferous plants suitable for borders and containers
- Long-lasting, vibrant blooms with strong garden appeal
- Low-maintenance and cold tolerant
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Specifications
- Botanical Name: Viola cornuta
- Common Name (U.S.): Viola
- Seed Type: Semi-perennial flower seeds
- Season: Cool-season grower
- Zones: USDA Zones 4–9
- Plant Type: Semi-perennial flowering plant
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Bloom Colors: Shades of purple, lavender, violet depending on strain
- Bloom Season: Early spring to late fall; may overwinter in mild climates
- Height: 6–10 inches
- Light Requirements: Partial shade to filtered sun
- Soil Requirements: Moist, rich, well-draining soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
- Temperature Range: 40–75°F
- Sowing Depth: Press lightly into soil; cover very lightly
- Spacing: 6–8 inches
- Days to Germination: 10–20 days
- Days to Bloom: 70–90 days
- Important Notes: Avoid high summer heat; thrives best in cool conditions.
Planting Guide
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost for early blooms.
- Press seeds lightly into moist, well-draining soil; they need minimal cover.
- Maintain temperatures around 65–70°F for germination.
- Transplant outdoors in partial shade after frost danger passes.
- Space plants 6–8 inches apart for full coverage.
- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
- Mulch lightly to protect roots and maintain cool conditions.
- Deadhead regularly to extend flowering time.
- In mild climates, plants may behave as semi-perennials and return the following year.
