Viola x wittrockiana Inspire® Lilac Shades F1 | Spring or Autumn Pansy

Viola x wittrockiana Inspire® Lilac Shades F1 | Spring or Autumn Pansy

 Viola x wittrockiana 'Inspire® Lilac Shades' F1 is a stunning, compact pansy variety, producing large, vibrant lilac blooms that brighten up gardens during both spring and autumn. Bred for extreme weather conditions, this pansy thrives in cool temperatures and continues to bloom through frost and light snow, making it an excellent choice for long-lasting seasonal color.

With its bushy, compact growth habit, 'Inspire® Lilac Shades' is ideal for bedding, borders, rock gardens, mixed containers, and underplanting shrubs and roses. Additionally, the edible flowers make a beautiful garnish for salads, cakes, and frozen in ice cubes for decorative drinks.

Key Features:

✔ Large lilac blooms in both clear and blotched varieties
✔ Cold-tolerant and bred for extreme weather conditions
✔ Compact, bushy growth – perfect for pots and garden beds
✔ Edible flowers – ideal for culinary use
✔ Low maintenance and easy to grow

Growing Information:

• Blooming Season: Spring, Late Spring, Autumn, Early Winter
• Plant Height: 18 cm (7 in)
• Plant Spacing: 15-25 cm (6-10 in)
• Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich substrate (pH 5.5-6.2)
• Fertilization: Light fertilization required; avoid high salt levels

How to Grow Pansy 'Inspire® Lilac Shades'

Sowing Instructions:

• Sow Indoors:

  • June–November & January–April (depending on seasonal flowering preference)
  • Sow 1 seed per plug in light, well-drained soil with pH 5.2-6.2
  • Cover seeds lightly with vermiculite to retain moisture
  • Keep soil moist but not wet; avoid direct sunlight during germination
  • Germination occurs in 10-14 days at 8-15°C (46-60°F)

• Growing On:

  • Transplant seedlings into 8 cm (3-4 in) pots after 4-5 weeks
  • Maintain temperatures at 10-15°C (50-59°F) for best growth
  • Avoid temperatures above 12°C (64°F) to prevent stretching
  • Harden off before planting outdoors in autumn or spring

Care Tips:

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
• Water regularly but avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
• Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced organic fertilizer.
• Clip back leggy plants in spring for a fresh flush of growth.
• Protect with fleece in extreme cold for autumn-planted pansies.

Why Choose 'Inspire® Lilac Shades' Pansy?

✔ Early and long-lasting blooms in cool seasons
✔ Edible flowers—perfect for culinary decorations
✔ Resilient and compact, ideal for small gardens and containers
✔ Thrives through frost, continuing to bloom in mild winter conditions

Add a touch of elegant lilac beauty to your garden with Viola x wittrockiana 'Inspire® Lilac Shades'! Order premium seeds today!