Viola 'Penny White Blotch': Classic White with a Bold Face

Viola 'Penny White Blotch'

Crisp white petals with a bold, dark central blotch give Viola 'Penny White Blotch' a classic, high-contrast look that's a hallmark of the viola genus. The Penny series delivers this timeless pattern on uniform, cold-tolerant plants (4–6 inches tall) with day-length neutral flowering for reliable fall-through-spring color.

Classic Pattern

The 1–1.25 inch flowers feature pure white petals with a prominent, dark purple-black central blotch—often with fine whiskers radiating outward. This high-contrast "face" is instantly recognizable and reads well from a distance. Plants are exceptionally uniform, cold-hardy, and flower heavily in winter's short days. The compact habit stays neat without pinching.

Cultural Conditions

• Light: Full sun to partial shade. Cool-season annual.
• Height: 4–6 inches.
• Spread: 10–12 inches.
• Soil: Well-drained, enriched with organic matter.
• Water: Moderate. Consistent moisture.

Design Applications

The bold face shines in containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets where it can be viewed up close. Stunning in mass plantings for a high-contrast carpet. Pair with solid white, yellow, or blue violas. Classic for formal edging and Victorian-style gardens. Reliable overwintering in zones 6–9.

Care Tips

Deadhead spent blooms. Slow-release fertilizer at planting. Light monthly feeding. Protect from summer heat. Afternoon shade in warm climates. Edible flowers for striking garnishes.

Viola 'Penny White Blotch'—classic white-with-blotch faces on cold-tough, uniform plants for timeless cool-season elegance.