Viola Sorbet F1 Midnight Glow (Sorbet Series)
viola
This perennial is semi-evergreen so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or general-purpose potting compost for containers
- Rate of Growth: fast
- Flowering period: October to March
- Hardiness: fully hardy
This enchanting semi-evergreen perennial boasts a compact, clump-forming habit and heart-shaped dark green foliage, making it an ideal choice for borders or containers. 'Sorbet F1 Midnight Glow' showcases striking tricoloured blooms combine light purple and yellow lower petals with dramatic black upper petals, creating a captivating display during milder weather from October to March. Commonly grown as a seasonal annual, this versatile cool season viola thrives in humus-rich, moist soil and adapts well to both sunny and semi-shaded positions.
Incorporate lots of well-rotted leaf mould or garden compost when planting. Keep well watered, and feed with a good, high potash fertiliser (such as Tomorite) on a regular basis. Pinching off the spent flowers will encourage more to form.