Johnny Jump Up

Viola Tricolor

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Overview

The Johnny Jump Up (Viola tricolor) is an endearing, self-seeding perennial. It boasts tri-colored, velvety petals in purple, yellow, and white. Typically, this diminutive flower reaches 4-6 inches in height and spreads 4-8 inches. It flourishes in full to partial sun and well-drained soil. Robust and frost-tolerant, it adds a splash of charming, long-lasting blooms to borders and containers from spring to frost.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 6–10Climate Temperate

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and bees

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — and if deadheaded regularly

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — With a USDA hardiness zone range of 4 to 9

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — It boasts tri-colored, velvety petals in purple, yellow, and white

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Typically, this diminutive flower reaches 4-6 inches in height and spreads 4-8 inches

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — It flourishes in full to partial sun and well-drained soil

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Robust and frost-tolerant

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Violaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — The Johnny Jump Up (Viola tricolor) is an endearing, self-seeding perennial

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — and if deadheaded regularly

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — With a USDA hardiness zone range of 4 to 9

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — It boasts tri-colored, velvety petals in purple, yellow, and white

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Typically, this diminutive flower reaches 4-6 inches in height and spreads 4-8 inches

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — It flourishes in full to partial sun and well-drained soil

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Robust and frost-tolerant

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — it adds a splash of charming

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — long-lasting blooms to borders and containers from spring to frost

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — is a delightful and hardy perennial

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — tricolor blooms that typically consist of purple

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — making it an excellent choice for edging

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — or for creating a natural

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — whimsical tapestry when interplanted with bulbs or other low-growing perennials

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Viola tricolor blossoms profusely in the cooler months of spring and fall

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Johnny Jump Ups are resilient and can perform well in a variety of climates

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — but they do enjoy a cooler environment.<br><br>For the client

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — the Johnny Jump Up's charming

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — colorful appearance and low maintenance requirements make it an alluring addition to their garden

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — for those with a penchant for inviting wildlife into their garden

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — adding an extra layer of life and movement to the outdoor space

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and bees

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — is a delightful and hardy perennial; typically, this diminutive flower reaches 4-6 inches in height and spreads 4-8 inches

Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Typically, this diminutive flower reaches 4-6 inches in height and spreads 4-8 inches; the Johnny Jump Up's charming

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