Viola x wittrockiana Cats® Plus Marina | Spring or Autumn Pansy

Viola x wittrockiana Cats® Plus Marina | Spring or Autumn Pansy

Viola x wittrockiana Cats® Plus Marina is an exceptional bicolor pansy variety featuring soft blue petals with a white center and distinctive dark whisker-like markings. As part of the improved Cats® Plus series, this variety blooms up to 10 days earlier than the original Cats® series, ensuring extended color throughout spring and autumn.

With compact, well-branched plants, strong stems, and short flower stalks, it is an excellent choice for bedding displays, mixed containers, and landscaping projects. Its cold tolerance and easy maintenance make it a top pick for home gardeners and commercial growers alike.

Why Choose Viola x wittrockiana Cats® Plus Marina?

• Unique blue and white flowers with striking dark whiskers
• Early blooming, up to 10 days earlier than standard Cats® varieties
• Compact, well-branched growth habit with sturdy stems
• Perfect for spring & autumn gardens, thriving in cooler temperatures
• Versatile and easy to grow – Ideal for bedding, containers, and landscaping

Growing Information:

• Crop Time:
  • Spring: 25–26 weeks
  • Autumn: 12–14 weeks
• Height: 18 cm
• Width: 18 cm
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Best Uses: Bedding, landscaping, containers, mass plantings

Sowing & Germination:

• Sowing Instructions:

  • Sow 1 seed per plug, cover lightly with vermiculite
  • Germination Time: 2–4 days

• Media Moisture Management:

  • Days 1–5: Keep media saturated
  • Day 6: Reduce to moist
  • Day 9: Lower further to medium moisture
  • After Day 9: Alternate between wet and medium moisture for optimal growth

• Temperature Requirements:

  • Plug Culture: 18–20°C until root emergence, then reduce to 17–18°C
  • Growing On:
    • First 14 days: 18–19°C (day) until roots reach the bottom of the container
    • Afterwards: Maintain 16–18°C (day & night)
    • An average daily temperature of 19°C ensures the fastest crop growth

Fertilization:

• Days 5–7: Start feeding with calcium-based fertilizer (14-2-14, 13-2-13, 15-5-15, 17-5-17) at 50-60 ppm
• Maintain EC between 0.5 and 0.75
• During growth, apply 100-150 ppm calcium-based feed as needed
• Keep EC below 1.5 to prevent root issues

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil moderately moist, avoiding overwatering
• Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, tolerates cool temperatures
• Cold Tolerance: Ideal for spring & autumn gardens
• Pinching: Not required, as plants naturally develop a strong, compact habit

Where to Use Cats® Plus Marina?

• Bedding & landscape designs – Adds stunning blue and white color with unique whisker patterns
• Containers & patio pots – Compact growth & early blooms for bright seasonal displays
• Mass plantings – Ensures uniform flowering and strong garden performance
• Commercial production – Matches Inspire® Plus schedules for professional growers

Enhance your garden with the beautiful and unique Viola x wittrockiana Cats® Plus Marina. Order your seeds today for a season full of striking blue and white blooms!