Viola hybrida Rose Shades

Half-hardy Annual/Hardy Perennial
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• Flowers in : Spring and Summer
• Germination : Experience Useful
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Containers, Patios
• Special Features : Edible Flowers, Scented
• Height : 10 inches

Description

A delightful bushy, compact and free flowering variety in delicious rose shades. Each bloom has an attractive yellow eye and darker whiskers, plus the added bonus of a sweet fragrance. Ideal for planting in spring or summer borders and containers.

Height: 15-25cm (6-10in).

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Sowing Instructions

Sow December to March or July to September on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at a constant temperature of between 15-20C (59-68F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually take 14-21 days. Take care not to provide too high a temperature, as this can prevent germination. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3 inch) pots or trays. Spring sowings will give flowers during early summer, whilst summer and autumn sowings will bloom the following winter or spring.

Growing Instructions

Gradually acclimatise young plants to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 15 to 20cm (6 to 8 inches) apart, or plant into baskets and containers.

Aftercare

For best results, provide a light, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Overwinter September sowings in a coldframe then plant out the following spring.