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Viola 'Chianti Warm Shades Mix' - S1
Viola 'Chianti Warm Shades Mix' - S1
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Viola 'Chianti Warm Shades Mix'

Viola x wittrockiana
Rose, garnet, amber, honey, copper, and champagne tones mingle in a warm, velvety blend of violas for containers and cut bouquets. Arranged in etched glasses on the night table, they glow like candlelight. Available exclusively as plants in limited quantities.  
SKU #P8626
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Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
6,
7,
8,
9
Mature Size
8-12" h x 8" w
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Regular to rich, moist, well-drained
Season
Spring and fall
Color
Umber, cream and pink shades
Features
Especially Fragrant Flowers
Great for Containers
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
In spring, when light frost is still possible, 3 weeks before the last frost date.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
A small delight, violas and pansies bloom during the first balmy days of spring, just when gardeners are getting down to planting. They look great in containers, planted about the vegetable garden for their edible petals, or at the garden's edge, where many self-sow for a yearly spring treat. They dislike hot summer weather—during this time trim back and they will rebloom in fall. Deadhead for a long bloom time.
Final Spacing:
8"
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Keep fairly moist with about 1" of water per week, more during especially dry spells. Do not allow to dry out, but do not allow to remain soggy.
Soil pH:
Acidic to neutral
Fertilizer:
Mix in a couple of inches of compost prior to planting. Feed once per month with an organic, water-soluble seaweed or kelp fertilizer, or mix in a granular type after planting.
Diseases & Pests:
Leaf spots and slugs are possible problems. Treat foliage with an organic fungicide and scatter pelletized iron phosphate at the base of the plants to combat slugs.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest when flowers are nearly open.