Morpho Viola Seeds

Sorbet XP Morpho Viola Seeds
Seeds per Package: 20
Viola cornuta

Viola cornuta ‘Morpho’ (horned viola, sold simply as ‘Morpho’) is a vigorous, cool‑season perennial (often grown as a spring/fall bedding plant or short‑lived perennial) prized for large, intensely colored, Morpho‑butterfly‑like blue to violet blooms and a tidy, low mounding habit. Derived from European viola breeding, it’s used for long‑season cool‑weather color in beds, borders, rockeries, and containers.

Plant ‘Morpho’ in full sun to part shade — morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal in hotter climates to prolong bloom. It prefers fertile, well‑drained loam amended with compost and consistent moisture; avoid waterlogged conditions. Moderate fertility encourages steady flowering without producing overly lush, floppy growth.

Seed germination is best with light exposure: surface‑sow or press seeds lightly into a fine, moist seed mix rather than covering deeply. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or direct‑sow in early spring or fall in mild areas; germination typically occurs in 7–14 days at cool to moderate temperatures. A short cool period can improve uniformity but isn’t strictly required.

Plants form low mounds approximately 4–8 inches (10–20 cm) tall with a spread of 6–10 inches (15–25 cm); space roughly 6–10 inches apart for a full, carpeted display. Hardy in many regions (commonly USDA zones ~6–9 depending on microclimate), ‘Morpho’ is excellent for bedding, edging, and containers. Blooms are edible and make attractive garnishes; they press and dry reasonably well for craft use but are best enjoyed fresh in the garden.