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Description
Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon is a delicate and charming flower that belongs to the Viola family. It is also known as the horned violet, and it produces stunning blooms that are a beautiful shade of blue. This particular variety of Viola Cornuta is a perennial that can grow up to 6 inches in height and can spread up to 12 inches wide.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Genus | Viola |
Appearance
Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon produces stunning blooms that are a beautiful shade of blue. The flowers have five petals, and they are typically about one inch wide. The petals are slightly curved, and they have a delicate texture. The leaves of this plant are heart-shaped and light green in color. The plant itself is relatively small, growing up to 6 inches in height and spreading up to 12 inches wide.
Care Guide
Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon is a relatively easy plant to care for. Here are some tips for keeping your plant healthy and thriving:Water: This plant prefers moist soil, so make sure to water it regularly. However, be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.Fertilization: Fertilize your plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.Soil: Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: This plant prefers partial shade to full sun.Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon is susceptible to a few common pests and diseases. Here are some of the most common issues:Slugs and snails: These pests can eat the leaves and flowers of your plant. Use a slug and snail bait to keep them at bay.Botrytis: This fungal disease can cause gray mold to form on the leaves and flowers of your plant. Remove infected plant material and apply a fungicide to prevent the spread of the disease.Leaf spot: This bacterial disease can cause brown spots to form on the leaves of your plant. Remove infected plant material and apply a bactericide to prevent the spread of the disease.
Habitat
Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, but it can now be found in many parts of the world. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon be grown in containers?
A: Yes, this plant can be grown in containers.Q: How often should I fertilize my Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon?
A: Fertilize this plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon?
A: This plant is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.Q: How often should I water my Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon?
A: This plant prefers moist soil, so water regularly. However, be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot.
Related Plants
– Viola sororia (common blue violet)- Viola odorata (sweet violet)- Viola tricolor (heartsease)- Viola x wittrockiana (pansy)
References
– “Viola Cornuta.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b671.- “Viola Cornuta Celestial Blue Moon.” National Gardening Association, garden.org/plants/view/1173/Viola-Cornuta-Celestial-Blue-Moon/.
