Description
Viola cornuta Penny™ ‘Lane Mixture’ Horned Violet is a charming perennial known for its delicate, horn-shaped petals and vibrant color variations, making it a standout in garden borders and containers. Originating from the mountainous regions of southwestern Europe, this hardy violet combines the traditional beauty of Viola cornuta with enhanced vigor and a broader color palette, including shades of purple, blue, white, and yellow. Its compact growth habit, typically reaching 6-8 inches in height, along with its extended blooming period from spring through fall, makes it an excellent choice for continuous seasonal interest. The Penny™ series, to which ‘Lane Mixture’ belongs, is celebrated for increased disease resistance and adaptability to a variety of growing conditions, thriving in partial shade to full sun with well-drained soil. Recognized among gardeners for its versatility and long-lasting blooms, Viola cornuta is often used in mass plantings, edging, and even as a pollinator-friendly ground cover, contributing to garden biodiversity and aesthetic appeal.