{"product_id":"viola-bowles-black","title":"Viola Seeds, Bowles Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e). A charming antique black viola popularized by E.A. Bowles, a prominent horticulturist of the late 19th and early 20th century. Bowles wrote of this deep purple to inky black viola in his book My Garden in Spring, where he described it as “... a very charming little weed, sowing itself freely, and when in full bloom it has a wonderfully friendly and cheerful look in the yellow Cyclopean eye in the middle of its almost black face.” He noted that a friend, Dr. Lowe (a member of the Royal Horticultural Society), had given him seeds for the lovely viola and after growing it on display at his gardens, visitors began to call the variety “Bowles Black.” Plants stand 6 inches tall and are great for beds, borders, pots, and baskets, or grow them as Bowles did… in the rock garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bowles Black violas prefer cool temperatures, moist but well-drained soil, and full sun exposure. Deadheading extends bloom time and improves plant appearance. Their dramatic near-black petals offer rich contrast in garden beds, borders, and containers. Water regularly and mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, especially in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511258153246,"sku":"FL545","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/viola_bowles_black.jpg?v=1782399272","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/viola-bowles-black","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}