Viola Seeds - Frizzle Sizzle Mini Tapestry
Estimated delivery between February 11 and February 14.
The Frizzle Sizzle Mini Tapestry Viola is a charming and unique variety that adds a touch of whimsy to gardens with its frilly, ruffled blooms. These mini violas feature a delightful mix of vibrant colors, making them a perfect choice for borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Known for their compact growth and long-lasting flowers, these violas bring beauty and a pop of color to gardens throughout the season.
Key Benefits
- Frilly, Ruffled Blooms: Distinctive, frilled flowers with a variety of vibrant colors, adding texture and visual interest to any garden.
- Compact Growth: Ideal for small spaces, containers, and hanging baskets, making it perfect for urban gardens or balcony gardening.
- Long-Lasting Flowers: These violas bloom consistently from early spring through fall, providing color and charm for an extended period.
- Cold Tolerant: Tolerates cooler temperatures, making it an excellent choice for early spring or fall gardening.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for, even for beginner gardeners, and highly resistant to pests and diseases.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Compact plants with frilly, ruffled petals in a variety of bright colors including purple, yellow, white, and violet.
- Flower Size: Small to medium-sized flowers, typically 1–1.5 inches in diameter.
- Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading plants perfect for container planting, borders, and ground cover.
- Height: Grows to a height of about 6–8 inches, making it an ideal choice for edging, hanging baskets, or window boxes.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost date or sow directly outdoors once the danger of frost has passed.
- Temperature Range: Prefers cooler temperatures and germinates best at around 60°F–70°F (15°C–21°C).
Planting Details
- Seed Depth: Lightly press seeds into the soil, ensuring they are not buried too deep.
- Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper airflow and growth.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5.
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Provide morning sun and afternoon shade in hot climates for best results.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Water regularly during dry spells to ensure steady growth and blooming. Once established, these violas are fairly drought-tolerant but still need regular watering.
Fertilization
- Apply a balanced fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer at planting time and again during the growing season to promote healthy growth and consistent blooming.
Deadheading
- Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Watch for aphids and slugs. If pests appear, use organic pest control methods such as insecticidal soap or natural predators like ladybugs.
- Diseases: These violas are generally resistant to diseases but ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues, especially during humid conditions.
Harvesting
- Cut Flowers: Violas can be harvested for fresh flower arrangements. Cut when the flowers are fully open to enjoy their full color and frill.
- Seed Collection: Allow flowers to fade and produce seed pods. Harvest seeds once they dry for future planting.
Storage
- Fresh Flowers: Place freshly cut flowers in water immediately to extend their vase life.
- Seeds: Dry seeds thoroughly before storing in a cool, dry location for future planting.
Practical Uses
- Container Gardens: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and window boxes, offering a splash of color even in smaller spaces.
- Flower Borders: Perfect for edging garden beds and pathways, creating a colorful and textured border.
- Mixed Flower Beds: Can be interplanted with other annuals or perennials to add interest and vibrant color.
Conclusion
The Frizzle Sizzle Mini Tapestry Viola is a delightful and versatile plant, offering vibrant, frilly blooms that bring texture and charm to any garden. Its compact size, colorful flowers, and ease of care make it an excellent choice for container gardens, hanging baskets, or as a colorful border plant. With its long-lasting blooms and cold tolerance, this viola is sure to brighten your garden from early spring to fall.
Dharaseeds
Viola Seeds - Frizzle Sizzle Mini Tapestry
Estimated delivery between February 11 and February 14.
The Frizzle Sizzle Mini Tapestry Viola is a charming and unique variety that adds a touch of whimsy to gardens with its frilly, ruffled blooms. These mini violas feature a delightful mix of vibrant colors, making them a perfect choice for borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Known for their compact growth and long-lasting flowers, these violas bring beauty and a pop of color to gardens throughout the season.
Key Benefits
- Frilly, Ruffled Blooms: Distinctive, frilled flowers with a variety of vibrant colors, adding texture and visual interest to any garden.
- Compact Growth: Ideal for small spaces, containers, and hanging baskets, making it perfect for urban gardens or balcony gardening.
- Long-Lasting Flowers: These violas bloom consistently from early spring through fall, providing color and charm for an extended period.
- Cold Tolerant: Tolerates cooler temperatures, making it an excellent choice for early spring or fall gardening.
- Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for, even for beginner gardeners, and highly resistant to pests and diseases.
Variety Features
- Plant Characteristics: Compact plants with frilly, ruffled petals in a variety of bright colors including purple, yellow, white, and violet.
- Flower Size: Small to medium-sized flowers, typically 1–1.5 inches in diameter.
- Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading plants perfect for container planting, borders, and ground cover.
- Height: Grows to a height of about 6–8 inches, making it an ideal choice for edging, hanging baskets, or window boxes.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost date or sow directly outdoors once the danger of frost has passed.
- Temperature Range: Prefers cooler temperatures and germinates best at around 60°F–70°F (15°C–21°C).
Planting Details
- Seed Depth: Lightly press seeds into the soil, ensuring they are not buried too deep.
- Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart to allow for proper airflow and growth.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5.
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Provide morning sun and afternoon shade in hot climates for best results.
Care Instructions
Watering
- Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Water regularly during dry spells to ensure steady growth and blooming. Once established, these violas are fairly drought-tolerant but still need regular watering.
Fertilization
- Apply a balanced fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer at planting time and again during the growing season to promote healthy growth and consistent blooming.
Deadheading
- Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage more blooms and prevent the plant from becoming leggy.
Pest and Disease Control
- Pests: Watch for aphids and slugs. If pests appear, use organic pest control methods such as insecticidal soap or natural predators like ladybugs.
- Diseases: These violas are generally resistant to diseases but ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues, especially during humid conditions.
Harvesting
- Cut Flowers: Violas can be harvested for fresh flower arrangements. Cut when the flowers are fully open to enjoy their full color and frill.
- Seed Collection: Allow flowers to fade and produce seed pods. Harvest seeds once they dry for future planting.
Storage
- Fresh Flowers: Place freshly cut flowers in water immediately to extend their vase life.
- Seeds: Dry seeds thoroughly before storing in a cool, dry location for future planting.
Practical Uses
- Container Gardens: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and window boxes, offering a splash of color even in smaller spaces.
- Flower Borders: Perfect for edging garden beds and pathways, creating a colorful and textured border.
- Mixed Flower Beds: Can be interplanted with other annuals or perennials to add interest and vibrant color.
Conclusion
The Frizzle Sizzle Mini Tapestry Viola is a delightful and versatile plant, offering vibrant, frilly blooms that bring texture and charm to any garden. Its compact size, colorful flowers, and ease of care make it an excellent choice for container gardens, hanging baskets, or as a colorful border plant. With its long-lasting blooms and cold tolerance, this viola is sure to brighten your garden from early spring to fall.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.