Little Veggie Patch Co - VIOLA "JOHNNY JUMP UP" HEIRLOOM SEEDS

Colourful Viola for the Home Garden

Viola 'Johnny Jump Up' grows to around 15–20cm tall and produces flowers that can bloom almost endlessly in Australia's climate. Its vivid, bright flowers create a colourful garden border while attracting an array of beneficial insects and pollinators.

Growing Information

• Variety: Johnny Jump Up
• Type: Heirloom viola
• Height: 15–20cm
• Soil pH: 6.5–7.0
• Spacing: 20–30cm
• Sowing depth: 0.5–1cm
• Position: Full sun, with some afternoon shade tolerated
• Approx. seeds: 50

When to Plant in Australia

• Zone 1: October–April
• Zone 2: September–May
• Zone 3: Anytime
• Zone 4: Anytime

How to Grow 

Soil

Prepare nutrient-rich, well-drained soil with fresh manure and compost approximately a fortnight before planting.

Position

Plant in full sun. Johnny Jump Up can also tolerate a little afternoon shade.

How to Plant

Sow directly into the garden when daytime temperatures regularly reach above 18–20°C. If conditions are still too cold, propagate seeds in trays and transplant once conditions improve.

Pollinators

The vivid, bright flowers of violas attract an array of pollinators, making them a colourful addition to the garden.

Seed Sourcing: Locally sourced in small batches to maintain maximum viability for germination

Shipping

Not available for shipping to Western Australia.

Founded in Melbourne in 2008, The Little Veggie Patch Co (LVPC) is all about making it easier for everyone to grow their own food, whether you have a backyard, balcony or small urban space. Known for its heirloom seeds, LVPC began its seed range in 2009 with four tomato varieties and has since grown to more than 50 varieties of vegetables, herbs and garden favourites.

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