Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Marina' – Large-flowered, fresh blue Viola

Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Marina' is an elegant, large-flowered viola known for its bright blue flowers and continuous, abundant 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 Marina' offers both growers and consumers a high-quality end product that guarantees long-lasting color and attractiveness.

Characteristics of Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Marina'

'Penny Marina' is distinguished by its large, fresh blue flowers, which add a bright and stylish accent to any garden, pot, or container. Its compact, non-spreading habit makes for 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 in all applications.

Key Features:

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta F1

• Cultivar: 'Penny Marina'

• Color: Bright 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 fresh colour in any setting.

Benefits for growers and consumers

'Penny Marina' offers both ease of cultivation and consumer-focused performance:

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

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

• Uniform and repeat flowering – guarantees long-lasting color and attractiveness in pots, borders and landscaping projects.

• Robust performance – strong plant structure, even in hot weather or challenging conditions.

These qualities make 'Penny Marina' an excellent choice for commercial cultivation, garden centres and home gardens wanting a bright blue accent.

Application in garden and balcony

'Penny Marina' 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 fresh blue colour, this Viola is a real eye-catcher in every season.

Care and location

Viola cornuta F1 'Penny Marina' 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 under challenging 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 Marina'?

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