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Viola cornuta 'Sorbet Mix' (6 Inch Terracotta) is a charming annual known for its vibrant and diverse flower colors that brighten up garden beds, borders, and containers.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 6-8 inches with a spread of 6-10 inches.
- Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, preferring cooler conditions but can tolerate some direct sunlight.
- Water Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil kept consistently moist. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, avoiding waterlogging.
- Hardiness Zones: Typically grown as an annual but can be perennial in Zones 6-10.
- Bloom Time: Blooms from early spring through summer and into fall, offering a mix of colorful, vibrant flowers.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.
How to Plant:
- Location: Choose a spot with well-drained soil and either full sun or partial shade.
- Soil Preparation: Enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure to improve fertility and drainage.
- Planting: Dig a hole the same depth as the root ball and twice as wide. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Spacing: Space plants about 6-10 inches apart to allow for their spread.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and continue to keep the soil evenly moist.
Fun Fact: The 'Sorbet Mix' of Viola cornuta is known for its wide range of flower colors and patterns, making it a popular choice for creating colorful and dynamic displays in gardens and containers. Its petite blooms and charming appearance have earned it a place as a favorite in many cool-season gardens.