How to grow Johnny Jumpup

Viola tricolor

Growing Johnny jumpup from seed

In Warmer climates, it self seeds easily.

Aim to sow 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 65°C / 149°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations*, you should look at sowing Johnny jumpup about 14 days before your last frost date .

Transplanting Johnny jumpup

set plants 6" apart in fertile soil, in semi-shaded to sunny area, after danger of heavy frost. In mild areas, sow in fall for winter and spring bloom.

How long does Johnny jumpup take to grow?

These estimates for how long Johnny jumpup takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Johnny jumpup to germinate?
12 days

Average 12 days | Min 11 days | Max 15 days (2)

Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Johnny jumpup?
+ 18 days

Average 18 days | Min 17 days | Max 21 days (2)

Days to Maturity How long until Johnny jumpup is ready for harvest / bloom?
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Average days | Min days | Max days (0)

Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Johnny jumpup?
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When should I plant Johnny jumpup?

Our when to plant Johnny jumpup estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Johnny jumpup before or after your last frost date.
14 days before Last Frost Date

Johnny jumpup Etymology

The botanical epithet is from the Latin tricolor meaning “in three colours”

Other names for Johnny jumpup

Pansy, Heartease,

Viola tricolor L.

Footnotes


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