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

Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Deep Blue' is an impressive, large-flowered viola that stands out with its deep 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 Deep Blue' offers both gardeners and consumers a high-quality end product that delivers long-lasting color and quality.

Characteristics of Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Deep Blue'

'Penny Deep Blue' is distinguished by its large, deep blue flowers, which add an elegant and fresh touch to any garden, pot, or border. Its compact, non-sprawling habit creates a neat and attractive display, while the robust branching at the base allows for repeated flowering throughout the season. Thanks to its improved earliness and uniform flowering period, this cultivar offers consistent performance across all series.

Key Features:

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta F1

• Cultivar: 'Penny Deep Blue'

• Color: Deep 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 growth, this cultivar delivers a strong visual impact and rich color in any setting.

Benefits for growers and consumers

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

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

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

• Uniform flowering – guarantees a consistent presentation in retail and garden.

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

These qualities make 'Penny Deep Blue' an excellent choice for commercial cultivation, garden centres and private gardens seeking an intense blue accent.

Application in garden and balcony

'Penny Deep 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 creates an intense blue play of colours.

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

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

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

Care and location

Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Deep 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 Deep Blue'?

'Penny Deep Blue' offers the perfect combination of large flowers, robust growth, and repeat blooms. The deep 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 Deep Blue' delivers color, elegance, and quality in a single plant.