Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Orange' – Large-flowered, vibrant orange Viola

Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Orange' is a striking, large-flowered viola known for its bright orange flowers and abundant blooms. This heat-tolerant, large-flowered cultivar is ideal for late summer and autumn planting and combines a long flowering period, compact growth, and a strong color impact. Thanks to its improved plant structure and excellent seed quality, 'Grandissimo Orange' offers both gardeners and consumers a reliable and spectacular performance.

Characteristics of Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Orange'

'Grandissimo Orange' is distinguished by its large, orange flowers, which add a fresh and vibrant touch to any garden, pot, or container. Its compact, branchy growth allows the plant to easily fill pots, containers, and borders, even in warm conditions that standard varieties struggle with. Thanks to its early flowering, this cultivar is perfect for kicking off the viola season in late summer or early autumn.

Key Features:

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta F1

• Cultivar: 'Grandissimo Orange'

• Color: Bright orange

• Flower size: Larger flowers than standard Viola

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: Late summer to autumn, continuous and profuse

• Location: Sun to partial shade

• Uses: Pots, containers, hanging baskets, borders, mixed containers

• Winter hardiness: Semi-hardy; can overwinter in milder climates

Thanks to its large-flowered form, this cultivar provides more colour per plant and offers a striking alternative to standard trailing violets.

Benefits and applications

'Grandissimo Orange' is versatile and perfect for various applications:

• Pots and Containers – fills containers quickly and creates an eye-catching presentation.

• Hanging Baskets – large-flowered and heat-tolerant, ideal for late summer and autumn.

• Borders and mixed containers – adds structure and vibrant color.

• Landscape planting – an economical and colorful option for public or commercial projects.

This large-flowered Viola combines exceptionally well with other autumn performers such as Power, creating a long-lasting and attractive seasonal display.

Care and location

Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Orange' grows best in a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained, fertile soil. The plant is easy to care for and maintains its compact, bushy growth and abundant flowering, even in warm weather.

Care tips:

• Place in full sun to light shade for maximum color intensity.

• Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid waterlogging.

• Remove wilted flowers regularly to prolong flowering and keep the plant tidy.

• Combine with other large-flowered Viola varieties for a spectacular colour combination.

Why choose Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Orange'?

'Grandissimo Orange' offers a perfect combination of large flowers, vibrant color, and heat tolerance. The bright orange flowers, compact growth, and heat tolerance make this cultivar ideal for borders, pots, hanging baskets, and mixed containers. Whether brightening late summer and autumn gardens, commercial display, or balcony planting, Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Orange' delivers color, elegance, and economic value in a single plant.