Viola 'Cortuna White' (Common Names: White Pansy, Cortuna White Viola)
Detailed Description:
Viola 'Cortuna White' is a stunning, compact perennial known for its crisp, pure white flowers that bring a fresh and elegant touch to the garden. This lovely viola forms a neat, low-growing mound of lush, dark green, heart-shaped leaves that perfectly highlight its bright white blooms. At full growth, 'Cortuna White' produces a continuous display of delicate white flowers, adding a touch of sophistication to beds, borders, and containers. Known for its cold tolerance and extended blooming period, this viola provides color and charm, even in cooler weather.
Flowering Period:
'Penny White' blooms prolifically from early spring through late autumn (March to November), providing a long-lasting display that brightens up any garden space and attracts butterflies.
Plant Height:
At full maturity, this plant reaches a height of 10-15 cm, making it perfect for the front of borders, as ground cover, or for planting in containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets.
Planting Location:
Viola 'Cortuna White' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, fertile soil. It is ideal for garden borders, rockeries, and pathways, as well as for use in containers and hanging baskets, where its compact form and pristine blooms can be appreciated up close. This viola is also perfect for mixed plantings, complementing more colorful flowers with its fresh, neutral tones.
Best Uses:
This versatile plant is perfect for adding a touch of pure, bright color to garden beds, borders, and rockeries. Its compact size and striking white flowers make it an excellent choice for containers, hanging baskets, and window boxes, adding elegance to patios and balconies. 'Cortuna White' also works beautifully in mass plantings, creating a carpet of white that brightens and freshens any garden space.
Care Tips:
Viola 'Cortuna White' is easy to care for and thrives in well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. This frost-tolerant viola is an excellent choice for adding color to the garden in cooler months, extending the growing season into late autumn.
Interesting Facts:
Did you know? Violas, including the 'Cortuna' series, are beloved for their charming blooms and versatility in the garden. The pure white flowers of 'Cortuna White' not only provide stunning visual appeal but are also edible, making them a lovely addition to salads, desserts, and decorative culinary creations.