Viola x williamsiana Floral Powers Mixed F1 Hybrid

Hardy Perennial/Half-Hardy Annual

• Ideal for : Baskets, Borders, Containers
• Height : 6 inches

Description

This delightful mixture of very bushy and free-flowering plants is proving to be one of the best viola introductions in recent years. Out-flowering all other varieties, Viola Floral Powers Mixed has large blooms and, as its name suggests, fabulous 'flower power'. Early to bloom in a wonderful range of colours and performing well in borders, containers and baskets.

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

Sowing Instructions

Sow February to March or June to September. Sow seed on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays. Cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Seal container inside a polythene bag and keep at a temperature of between 15-20ºC (59-68ºF). 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.

Spring sowings will give flowers during early summer, whilst summer and autumn sowings will bloom the following winter or spring.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise young plants to outdoor conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 23cm (9in) apart, or plant into baskets and containers.

Aftercare

Over winter September sowings in a cold frame then plant out the following spring.