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Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.
Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.
Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.
Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.
Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1 - 2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award.

Viola Skippy XL Red-Gold F1

2006 AAS Cool Season Bedding Plant Winner

Skippy XL Red-Gold is the first Viola cornuta to earn the prestigious AAS Award. Three improvements were exhibited in AAS trials. The unique combination of colors is first to be observed. Skippy XL Red-Gold flowers are ruby red with a violet red shading below the golden yellow face containing whiskers. This combination is found on Skippy XL Red-Gold only. The flower shape and size are definitely improved. The round 1 1/2 inch flower is similar to a pansy and larger than many viola blossoms. The lasting and enduring flower color provided by Skippy XL Red-Gold is another notable trait. The freedom of bloom is attributed to the plant’s ability to bud and flower under a wide range of temperatures. It is this adaptability that results in continuous bloom.

Skippy XL Red-Gold was tested across the US and Canada, but unlike other trials, this AAS winner was tested in the South during the fall and winter seasons. This is the time for peak performance. Skippy XL Red-Gold achieved this exceptional garden performance to win the AAS award. Skippy XL Red-Gold can be relied on for flower color whether it is grown in an annual or perennial border, window box or patio planter. Gardeners can expect superior performance from Skippy XL Red-Gold.

Categories: 2006, Container Suitable, Flowers from seed, National, Viola
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AAS WINNER DETAILS

Winner Type: National
Class: Violaq
Variety Name: Skippy XL Red-Gold F1
Genus: Viola
Species: cornuta
Year: 2006
Common Name: Viola
Type: Flowers from Seed
Breeder: Kieft Seed/PanAmerican
Close Market Comparison: Sorbet Babyface Ruby & Gold and Panola Royal Purple

PLANT NEEDS

Duration Type: Annual
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Normal
Dead Heading Recommended: No
Staking Required: No

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Foliage Color: Black
Plant Habit: Compact, spreading
Plant Height: 6 inches
Bloom Time: Early spring, fall
Bloom Color: Red, yellow, violet
Bloom Color Pattern: Tricolor
Bloom Size: 1.5 inches

IN THE GARDEN

Container: Yes
Weather Tolerance: Heat
Garden Spacing: 8 inches
Hanging Basket: Yes
Low Edging: Yes

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