Jet Black johnny jump up
Viola 'Jet Black'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunNeeds partial sun (4 to 6 hours)
WaterNeeds moist soil
Size4 to 8 inches tall4 to 8 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Black
Notes
'Jet Black' johnny jump up (Viola 'Jet Black') is a perennial for borders, containers, and edging along paths. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes part sun and moist soil. It bears small, true black flowers with small yellow eyes. The blooms last a long time in spring and often return into summer.
Pairs well with Yellow Cheerfulness daffodil, Palm sedge, and Burkwood viburnum.