Viola Wittrockiana Hybrids 'Swiss Giants Mixed'

Sowing method: For annual cultivation from January-June, for biennial cultivation in Aug-Sept. The seeds germinate quickly; keep evenly moist (not wet) at approx. 20°C. Cover the seeds only thinly, fine seeds should not be covered but pressed lightly. Place a box or dark cloth over them, as they are not light-dependent germinators. Immediately after emergence, provide light and cooler temperatures.

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Sowing/planting time:

• January
• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• August
• September

Harvesting time:

• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October

Soil type:

• All soil types

Cultivation location:

• Indoors
• Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

• Sun
• Partial shade

• Flower colour: Large-flowered mixed with black blotch
• Origin: Europe
• Average growth height: Up to 30 cm
• Annual or perennial: Biennial
• Attractive to insects: Various insects
• Winter hardy: Moderately frost hardy
• Ease of cultivation: Easy

• Latin: Viola Wittrockiana-hybriden
• Dutch: Swiss Giants
• Also known as: Wild Pansy
• English: Pansy 'Swiss Giants Mixed'

• All year round