Sweeties Viola blooms on a white background.
Close-up Sweetie Violas on white background.
Sweetie Violas growing in garden.
Sweetie Violas in lollipop.
Sweeties Viola blooms on a white background.
Close-up Sweetie Violas on white background.
Sweetie Violas growing in garden.
Sweetie Violas in lollipop.

Viola Seeds,
Sweeties

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Description

(Viola cornuta). Dainty bicolored blooms perch atop super dwarf plants that grow just 4 inches tall and 6 inches wide. These cuties are excellent for containers, hanging baskets, beds, and borders. Their cottage garden charm is perfect for the garden, and the edible flowers look darling on the plate!

Growing Tips: Sweeties violas are charming, small-flowered violas with a wide range of pastel and candy-toned blooms. These compact plants thrive in fertile, moist, and well-drained soil, especially during the cool months of spring and fall. Deadheading helps extend the bloom cycle. Ideal for window boxes, mixed borders, or containers, they offer continuous color in the right conditions.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Viola cornuta
Life Cycle
Perennial in zones 5–9
Sun Requirement
Full sun/partial shade
Days to Germinate
10–14
Days to Maturity
70–90
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
6–8 in.
Ideal Temperature
50–65°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before your last expected spring frost, or sow outdoors in late summer for fall color in mild zones. Transplants should be hardened off before planting. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow Sweeties viola seeds 1/8 inch deep in moist, sterile seed-starting mix. Maintain a temperature of 60–65°F and keep the soil evenly moist. Transplant once seedlings have true leaves and all danger of hard frost has passed.

How to Grow

Provide 6 hours of sunlight daily, with afternoon shade in hotter climates. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture, and apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks. Deadhead often for prolonged flowering. In suitable zones, Sweeties violas may bloom from fall through spring with adequate protection.

How to Save Seeds

  • Allow a few flowers to mature fully and develop seed pods
  • Wait until pods dry and begin to split, then collect
  • Remove seeds and let them air-dry thoroughly
  • Store in a cool, dry, dark location in a labeled paper envelope
  • Use fresh seeds within one to two years for best viability

FAQ

Are Sweeties violas fragrant?

Violas of this type are grown for color rather than scent, so expect little to no fragrance from Sweeties. The charm is in the dainty bicolored blooms perched atop super dwarf plants just 4 inches tall and 6 inches wide, which look lovely in window boxes, mixed borders, and containers.

Can I plant Sweeties violas in the summer?

These pansies prefer cooler weather and may struggle in summer heat. For best results, plant in early spring or late summer to avoid high temperatures that can inhibit blooming.

How long will Sweeties violas bloom?

With regular deadheading and cool conditions, Sweeties violas can bloom for several months. In mild climates, they may continue flowering from fall through spring with little interruption.

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Customer reviews

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What gardeners are saying

  • Dainty blooms: Miniature flowers that are worth the wait once they open.

  • Cold hardy: Takes cool spring weather in sun or part shade.

  • Patience needed: Slow to start and bloom; seeds sprouted best in the dark.

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