Starry Night Violet
Starry Night Violet (Viola Celestial 'Starry Night')
Starry Night Violet (Viola Celestial 'Starry Night') is a captivating cool-season perennial featuring deep purple-black flowers speckled with tiny white markings, resembling a starlit sky. This long-blooming variety is perfect for adding contrast and intrigue to garden beds, borders, and container plantings.
Distinctive Features
'Starry Night' produces an abundance of velvety deep purple-black flowers adorned with tiny white flecks, creating a celestial, shimmering effect. The compact, mounding habit reaches 6 to 8 inches in height and spreads up to 12 inches, making it an ideal choice for edging, ground cover, and mixed container arrangements.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full sun (prefers afternoon shade in warmer regions).
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
- Water: Requires regular moisture; avoid drying out completely.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8, making it widely adaptable.
Ideal Uses
- Edging and Borders: Creates a refined, low-growing accent.
- Containers and Hanging Baskets: Provides a unique, cascading floral display.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Cottage Gardens: Complements soft-colored perennials for contrast.
- Ground Cover: Forms a dense, low-spreading mat.
Low Maintenance Care
Starry Night Violet is a resilient, easy-care perennial that thrives with minimal upkeep.
- Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- Fertilizing: Benefits from compost or a balanced fertilizer in spring.
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Resistant to most pests and diseases.
- Winter Care: Dies back in winter; mulch in colder climates for added protection.
Why Choose Starry Night Violet?
Starry Night Violet is a striking, long-blooming perennial that brings depth and drama to any garden.
- Velvety Purple-Black Blooms: Adds mystery and elegance.
- Unique White Flecks: Resembles a twinkling night sky.
- Long Blooming Season: Provides continuous color from spring through fall.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees and butterflies.
- Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care.
For a celestial-inspired, dramatic addition to any garden, Starry Night Violet (Viola Celestial 'Starry Night') is an outstanding choice.
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