Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Blue' – Large-flowered, vibrant blue Viola

Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Blue' is a striking, large-flowered viola known for its intense blue flowers and abundant, continuous blooms. This heat-tolerant and compact cultivar is ideal for late summer and autumn planting and combines a long flowering period, uniform color, and a robust structure. Thanks to its strong branching and healthy root development, 'Penny Blue' offers both gardeners and consumers a reliable and high-quality end product.

Characteristics of Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Blue'

'Penny Blue' is distinguished by its large, deep blue flowers, which add a fresh and stylish touch to any garden, pot, or container. Its compact, non-sprawling habit creates a neat and attractive display, while its robust branching allows for repeated flowering throughout the season. Thanks to its improved earliness and uniform bloom rate, this cultivar offers consistent performance in all colors.

Key Features:

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta F1

• Cultivar: 'Penny Blue'

• Color: Intense blue

• Flower size: Larger flowers than standard Viola

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Flowering: Early to mid season, continuous and uniform

• Location: Sun to partial shade

• Uses: Pots, containers, hanging baskets, borders, landscaping plants

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

Thanks to its large-flowered and compact shape, this cultivar delivers a strong visual impact and a rich color experience.

Benefits for growers and consumers

'Penny Blue' was designed with both ease of cultivation and consumer performance in mind:

• Grower-friendly habit – reduces the need for growth regulators, making cultivation more sustainable.

• Robust root formation – guarantees strong plugs and high-quality end products.

• Uniform flowering – ensures consistent presentation in retail and garden.

• Repeat blooming – provides long-lasting color and attractiveness in pots, borders, and landscaping projects.

These qualities make 'Penny Blue' an excellent choice for commercial cultivation, garden centres and home gardens wanting a striking splash of colour.

Application in garden and balcony

'Penny Blue' is versatile and suitable for various applications:

• Pots and containers – compact and robust plant for a striking display on a balcony, patio or windowsill.

• Borders and mass plantings – the rich, repeat flowering fills the space completely and provides an intense play of colour.

• Hanging baskets and mixed containers – large-flowered, robust and ideal for late summer and autumn.

• Landscape planting – perfect for public green spaces, commercial projects, and garden replanting.

Thanks to its repeat flowering and deep blue colour, this Viola is a real eye-catcher in any season.

Care and location

Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Blue' grows best in a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained, fertile soil. The plant is low-maintenance and retains its compact habit and abundant flowering, even in challenging weather conditions.

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 maintain a neat appearance.

• Combine with lighter or contrasting flowers for a striking effect.

Why choose Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Blue'?

'Penny Blue' offers the perfect combination of large flowers, robust growth, and repeat blooms. The intense blue flowers, compact habit, and strong performance in retail and garden settings make this cultivar a reliable choice for growers, consumers, and landscape professionals. Whether for pots, containers, borders, or large-scale landscaping, Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Blue' delivers color, elegance, and quality in a single plant.