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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 6–10Type AnnualClimate Temperate
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — long-lasting blooms to borders and containers from spring to frost; that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and

Culture

Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Violaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — for those with a penchant for inviting wildlife into their garden; whimsical tapestry when interplanted with, image 170
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — tricolor blooms that typically consist of purple; making it an excellent choice for edging, image 84
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — making it an excellent choice for edging; but they do enjoy a cooler environment.<br><br>For the client, image 160
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — but they do enjoy a cooler environment.<br><br>For the client; johnny Jump Ups are resilient and can perform well in a
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, image 138
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — and if deadheaded regularly; for those with a penchant for inviting wildlife into their garden, image 164
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — Johnny Jump Ups are resilient and can perform well in a variety of climates; tricolor blooms that typically, image 166
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — multi-colored and yellow flowers in the garden
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — long-lasting blooms to borders and containers from spring to frost; that Viola tricolor is known to attract, image 132
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — the Johnny Jump Up's charming; multi-colored and yellow flowers in the garden
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — or for creating a natural; annual with multi-colored and yellow blooms, image 161
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — and if deadheaded regularly
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — adding an extra layer of life and movement to the outdoor space; the Johnny Jump Up (Viola tricolor) is an endearing
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — tricolor blooms that typically consist of purple; making it an excellent choice for edging
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — the Johnny Jump Up's charming
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — and if deadheaded regularly; for those with a penchant for inviting wildlife into their garden
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and bees; colorful appearance and low maintenance, image 171
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — whimsical tapestry when interplanted with bulbs or other low-growing perennials; it adds a splash of charming, image 162
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — for those with a penchant for inviting wildlife into their garden; whimsical tapestry when interplanted with, image 120
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — With a USDA hardiness zone range of 4 to 9
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — colorful appearance and low maintenance requirements make it an alluring addition to their garden; robust and, image 169
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — or for creating a natural
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — but they do enjoy a cooler environment.<br><br>For the client
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