Viola 'Penny Citrus Mix': A Zesty Blend for Cool-Season Containers

Viola 'Penny Citrus Mix'

Bright, cheerful, and perfectly blended, Viola 'Penny Citrus Mix' combines the Penny series' exceptional cold tolerance and uniform habit with a vibrant palette of citrus tones—yellow, orange, apricot, and cream. The 1–1.25 inch flowers cover compact plants (4–6 inches tall, spreading to 1 foot) from fall through spring, providing a zesty pop of color when gardens need it most.

Mix Composition

The Citrus Mix typically includes shades of golden yellow, bright orange, soft apricot, and creamy white—all with the Penny series' hallmark uniformity. Plants are day-length neutral, flowering heavily in short winter days. They survive hard freezes and rebound quickly, making them reliable for overwintering in zones 6–9. Compact, mounding habit ensures a neat appearance in formal plantings.

Growing Requirements

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade. Best in cool weather.
• Height: 4–6 inches.
• Spread: 10–12 inches (1 foot or less).
• Soil: Well-drained, enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Moderate. Keep consistently moist.

Design Ideas

Perfect for fall/winter containers paired with ornamental kale, cabbage, and grasses. The citrus tones glow in low winter light. Use in window boxes, hanging baskets, and as edging for spring bulb beds. The mix provides instant variety while maintaining uniform habit. Also lovely massed in beds for a carpet of warm color.

Maintenance

Deadhead to promote continuous bloom. Slow-release fertilizer at planting, light monthly feeding. Protect from summer heat. In warm climates, afternoon shade extends the season. Edible flowers brighten winter salads.

Viola 'Penny Citrus Mix'—a zesty blend of warm citrus tones on cold-tough, uniform plants for fall-through-spring cheer.