Overview
Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Viola, part of the Violaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, coastal, cottage and informal garden and rock garden.
About
Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) is a bushy herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Viola genus, known for its deciduous foliage and distinctive five-petalled flowers. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils under full sun or partial shade, and is hardy to UK zone H7. Suitable for a variety of garden settings including patios, containers, coastal, cottage, informal, and rock gardens, it performs well in clay, loam, or sand soils with a range of pH levels. Regular deadheading encourages prolonged flowering through spring, summer, and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Viola
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series)
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown in late winter or early spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, violet gall midge
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews, pansy leaf spot, a virus and a rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series)?
Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) need?
Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) hardy in the UK?
Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Viola x wittrockiana 'Dynamite Ocean' (Dynamite Series)?
Propagate by seed sown in late winter or early spring.
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