Viola Tricolor Seeds – Johnny Jump Up

Viola Tricolor, commonly known as Johnny Jump Up, is a charming cool-season annual that produces small, cheerful blooms in shades of purple, yellow, and white. These easy-to-grow flowers bring vibrant color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Known for their resilience and quick blooming, Johnny Jump Ups thrive in both full sun and partial shade, making them a perfect choice for gardeners of all experience levels.

Features:

• Produces a mix of purple, yellow, and white blooms

• Compact plants ideal for borders, beds, and containers

• Cool-season annual with a long blooming period

• Tolerates mild frost and can reseed naturally

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Specifications:

• Common Name: Johnny Jump Up

• Scientific Name: Viola tricolor

• Plant Type: Annual or short-lived perennial

• Plant Height: 6 to 10 inches

• Bloom Season: Early spring to late fall

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist but not soggy

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting

• Germination Time: 10–14 days

• Best Sowing Months:

  • Zones 4–6: Start indoors in February–March; transplant in April–May

  • Zones 7–9: Sow directly outdoors from October–December for winter and spring bloom

• Spacing: 6–8 inches apart

• Temperature Range: 55–70°F (13–21°C) for best growth