Viola cornuta Tiger Eye Red F1 | Horned Pansy

Viola cornuta Tiger Eye Red F1 | Horned Pansy

Wildly Exciting Colors! Transform your garden with Viola 'Dragon Eye Mix F1', a spectacular blend of saffron and cinnamon brown shades, adorned with intricate penciled loops and lines, making each bloom appear as a miniature masterpiece.

This unique F1 hybrid Viola boasts earlier flowering, improved plant structure, and high-quality seed production, making it an excellent companion for traditional Viola and Pansy varieties. Its mesmerizing colors and compact habit make it a must-have for autumn displays, spring gardens, and even Halloween-themed arrangements.

Key Features

• Striking and vibrant mix of saffron, cinnamon, and intricate patterns
• Early flowering with uniform and well-branched plant growth
• Compact, sturdy plants ideal for containers, borders, and garden beds
• Perfectly matches with traditional Viola and Pansy crops
• Edible flowers – great for culinary decorations

Plant Characteristics

• Seed Form: Natural
• Flower Size: 3–4 cm
• Plant Height: 13–18 cm
• Plant Width: 10–15 cm
• Days to Maturity: 60–70 days
• Pinching: Not necessary

Sowing & Germination Instructions

• Spring Sowing: For flowers the same year.
• Autumn Sowing: Flowers the following year.
• Sowing Depth: 2 mm deep in 90% compost, 10% sand mix. Cover lightly with soil.
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 22°C.
• If seeds do not germinate immediately, they will remain dormant and germinate the following spring.
• Cold Stratification: If germination does not occur in 2–4 weeks, move seeds to 4°C for 6–8 weeks, then return to warmth at 10°C.
• Transplanting: When seedlings have two true leaves, transplant into 8 cm pots.

Growing Instructions

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Thrives in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until plants are established.
• Mulching: Helps retain soil moisture and protect roots.
• Violas are cool-season plants that prefer bright light without excessive heat.

Cultivation & Maintenance

• Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
• Self-Seeding: Plants may self-seed and return the following season.
• Edible Flowers: Fully opened blooms are suitable for culinary use.

Uses & Benefits

• Ideal for containers, flower beds, and hanging baskets.
• Perfect for seasonal displays in spring and autumn.
• Long flowering period with minimal care.
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
• Adds a decorative touch to salads, desserts, and drinks with its edible flowers.

Why Choose Viola 'Dragon Eye Mix F1'?

• Unique and vibrant color patterns not found in traditional Violas
• Early and continuous blooming for extended seasonal interest
• Strong, uniform plants with an excellent garden and container performance
• Perfect companion for other cool-season flowers
• Great for creative garden themes, including Halloween and spring festivals

Enhance your garden with the extraordinary beauty of Viola 'Dragon Eye Mix F1' and enjoy its long-lasting blooms, striking colors, and delicate fragrance all season long!