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Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet

Also Known As

  • Viola x wittrockiana 'Blue Velvet'®
  • Blue Velvet® Pansy

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 5"-10"
  • W: 8"-10"

planting zones

  • 2a-9b

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Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet plant details

Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring, summer and winter blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 8 IN - 10 IN - wide, 5 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, patio

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Velvety navy blue flowers offer a perfect contrast to Northern Lights Pansy. Developed by Benary Seed Company in Germany, this partnership acknowledges that the Rocky Mountain horticultural industry provides a cutting edge in promoting the use of winter flowering annuals in North American gardens. Annual.

Gardening facts about Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet plant

How to Grow Viola Inspire® Blue Velvet

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
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