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Ness Orange Pekoe


We think the nicest of all the Ness hybrids.  A superior variety.  Large sdbl. to double coral (not orange) pansies.  Excellent, dark green, TL variegated, standard show foliage.  (Ness) 

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Ness Orange Pekoe

Average Rating 4.7 out of 5

Gorgeous and sure to please!

I have grown this variety for a number of years and it's easy to grow and puts up a huge bouquet of blooms above very symmetrical, flat-growing foliage. You will not be disappointed!

Anonymous Oct 19 2022, 11:42 AM

I’ve got have one

Has always been a favorite of mine. Many, many years ago I was fortunate enough to meet Mr. Ness and visit with him in his home as he showed me around and shared with me some his projects that he was working on. A lovely gentleman and a skilled hybridizer. Orange Pekoe is a testimony to all that he gave to our African Violet community.

Douglas Darnold Aug 10 2022, 12:14 PM

Beautiful Deep Coral

This is one of the best deep coral African Violets. I also found it a slow grower but an enjoyable plant.

Linda Gail Price Apr 06 2022, 16:59 PM

Orange Pekoe

Orange Pekoe might just be my favorite violet! Heavy bloomer that was delightful during the winter months. Super excited to see it back in stock today- going to buy a second! Blossoms are definitely not orange- more of a deep red/burgundy shade. Will not be disappointed with this violet.

Anonymous Apr 04 2022, 11:07 AM

Slow but steady

In all the incredible violets I have received from Violet Barn this has been the most stubborn to take off out of all my standards. Now that spring is here beautiful white variegated leaves are finally emerging and I think he is finally happy. Hope to seem some Beautiful blooms in the next few months

Lavena Spade Apr 11 2021, 11:23 AM

Won't disappoint!

I grew this violet before and after a vacation from violets, it was one of the first varieties I looked for

Chris Barker Apr 03 2020, 18:53 PM

An Old Favorite

I haven't raised AVs for about 5 years now, but as I dive back in, this one was so memorable that it had to be on my list again!

Mark OFfill May 13 2019, 00:03 AM

Grown before

I love the color of this plant. I'm into violets again after a hiatus of 6 years, and remember how gorgeous this violet is. It is a lovely plant! Oft times the colors are not as true as the pictures, but I remember that these buds were so pretty. Anxious to order and grow again.

Deborah Hudgens Oct 03 2018, 13:09 PM

Not Orange But Beautiful!

It is not orange but it is an unusual color though! It blooms a beautiful dusty salmon pink for me and it keeps blooming. Real eye catching!

Gregory Payne Aug 24 2018, 01:08 AM

Simply beautiful

This plant arrived in perfect condition with the most beautiful variegation and great symmetry. Should shape up nicely for show. I can't wait for it to bloom.

Pat Graham Oct 14 2017, 14:42 PM

WOW

This has just started blooming & the color is gorgeous - as well as the leaves! So impressive, will be a favorite!

Nancy Johnson May 12 2016, 20:48 PM

My Husband's Favorite

I threw it out once just because it clashed with everything! However it is a very unusual color. He calls it salmon which is probably as good as anything. It's an excellent bloomer and a very nice plant, shapes well and grows very nicely, but doesn't play well with some others ;) We have it again, needless to say.

Diana McAninch Aug 05 2015, 18:54 PM

Ness Orange Pekoe

I got this wonderful plant less than a year ago and today it is a perfect big plant covered with orange-pink stars. Though their color is paler than the picture in the catalog. The foliage is truly impressive.

Emel Uckan Jun 22 2015, 15:16 PM

Stunning

This plant is a stunner. I find this to be a no fuss violet...let her do her thing because she does it beautifully. Perfect symmetry, lovely leaves and variegation, lots of wonderful flowers that are more pink than coral. I grow her under lights and I find she does well under high or low light conditions. If you like pink flowers and a wonderful variegated leaf and no fuss she is the violet for you. She is a great one for the novice.

Rena Cisneros Oct 06 2014, 18:52 PM

Luv its gutz!

This was a gift for a Sister In Law who loves growing Violets. Wow such a stunning plant got me hooked on them now. Even if your not a collector, Orange Pekoe is that one amazing violet you want for that perfect spot by the kitchen window.

Gerry Chylack Sep 12 2014, 00:59 AM

Love the plant as much as the tea

I have a large collection of violets and this is one of my very favorites. Always in bloom and beautiful foliage to compliment. Thanks for the great plants!

Kristen Finn Aug 03 2014, 16:34 PM

Beautiful coral!!!

I love this flower! The blooms are a gorgeous, unusual coral with very ruffled edges. They have strong stems and sit above elegantly variegated leaves. Anyone who loves pinks should have this!

Fran Corley Oct 21 2013, 17:04 PM

Very nice

This is a really easy plant to grow, and the flower color is very unique. Excellent overall plant.

Jeremy Dec 01 2012, 15:24 PM

Ness Orange Pekoe

This plant just arrived and in full bloom. Absolutely stunning. I am so glad I ordered this. I have a leaf, but didn't want to wait for the plant to grow. The Violet Barn has some of the most beautiful plants. Please order this as part of your collection--you'll be so happy you did.

Raina Jun 21 2012, 14:33 PM

beautiful but not orange

I'm a sucker for variegated foliage and this one is fabulous. the flowers are a wonderful sparkly, mauvy pink, not anything close to 'orange'. Regardless, It's fabulous!

Kathy Crowe Mar 11 2012, 20:04 PM

Orange

Great service, nice plant, but the blossoms are more of a raspberry than orange

Sandra Winkler Feb 15 2012, 09:45 AM

Ness Orange pekoe

So far my blooms are more towards a pink color, not coral as pictured. Not a lot of blooms so far. Hopefully asmit matures it will be a stronger producer.

Elizabeth Jun 19 2011, 13:38 PM

Gorgeous blooms!

This plant is a prolific bloomer and the flowers are so beautiful.

sarah long Jun 10 2011, 22:57 PM

orange pekoe

Orange Pekoe has been one of my best performers, winning at our local fair every time entered. Though other violets have been winners also, it's the unique color of Orange Pekoe that makes it one of my favorites.

beverly kochel May 05 2011, 22:06 PM

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