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Viola cornuta 'Halo™ Golden Yellow'

Viola cornuta 'Halo Golden Yellow' – Horned Pansy (Tufted Violet)

Viola cornuta 'Halo Golden Yellow' – Horned Pansy (Tufted Violet)

Format

Exposure

  • Sun
  • Partial shade

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Bloom time

  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October

  • Radiant golden yellow
  • Early spring flowering
  • Neat compact habit
  • Excellent cold hardiness
  • Perfect for containers

Brighten your borders and containers with the sunny vitality of 'Halo Golden Yellow' Horned Pansy. This variety stands out with its pure, glowing golden-yellow blooms, topped with a delicate lighter halo that instantly draws the eye. Its generous and early flowering transforms the garden into a luminous carpet from the first days of spring, offering remarkable resilience against chilly morning temperatures.

Characteristics

  • Foliage : Small, oval, and scalloped medium-green leaves forming a dense rosette that remains semi-evergreen under the snow.
  • Flowering / Stems : Profusion of bright yellow flowers with a contrasting center, blooming primarily in spring and fall.
  • Light : Prefers full sun or partial shade, especially during hot summer afternoons.
  • Habit : Mounded and compact, creating neatly ordered floral cushions.
  • Growth : Moderate, reaching approximately 15 to 20 cm in height and spread.
  • Soil : Rich in organic matter, cool, and well-drained; avoid waterlogged conditions.
  • Hardiness : Excellent hardiness (Zone 4).
  • Resistances : Good tolerance to spring frosts and increased resistance to common pansy fungal diseases.

Use

  • Types of use : Ideal for edging borders, rock gardens, or in containers to brighten balconies and terraces.
  • Decorative advantages : Provides an intense, uniform splash of color that contrasts beautifully with spring bulbs like purple tulips or blue muscari.

Maintenance

  • Watering : Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water regularly during periods of summer drought.
  • Fertilization : Apply a balanced flowering plant fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer to support continuous blooming.
  • Pruning : Regularly remove faded flowers (deadheading) to stimulate new buds and lightly shear back if the plant becomes leggy in summer.
  • Planting : Space plants 15 to 20 cm apart in a hole enriched with compost during spring or fall.
  • Winter Protection : Although hardy, a light mulch of leaves or straw helps protect roots during winters with low snow cover.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
12 - 14 in.
Spread
10 - 12 in.
Height
8 - 10 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Mounded
  • Bushy

Flowering colours:

  • Yellow

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Moderate

Maintenance:

  • Easy
  • Remove faded flowers

Soil requirement:

  • Rich
  • Well-drained
  • Moist

Features

Resistance:

  • Drought

Attract:

  • Pollinators
  • Butterflies

Use:

  • Border
  • Mass planting
  • Pot – feature
  • Trough
  • In-ground

Attribute:

  • Early bloom
  • Long blooming
  • Small landscaping and garden
  • Non-toxic dog
  • Non-toxic cat

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