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Viola wittrockiana F1 Carrera Blue Blotch plug plant- Swiss Garden Pansy

Viola x wittrockiana F1 Carrera Blue With Blotch
Pansy, Swiss Giant Pansy, Garden Pansy, Violet

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Pansies arrived in good condition, transferred into planters, now just have to wait to see the flowering.

André, 10/12/2024

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An abundance of large flowers in a very deep blue, strongly accentuated by a large black central macule (blotch). Perfect in the company of yellow and white varieties, to brighten up gardens and balconies from autumn to late spring. These biennial hybrid pansies are early, vigorous and floriferous, easy to grow in humus-rich and moist soil, in sun or partial shade.  
Flower size
6 cm
Height at maturity
20 cm
Spread at maturity
20 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time September to November
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Description

The 'F1 Carrera Blue Blotch' hybrid pansy offers an abundance of large flowers of a deep blue, contrasting beautifully with the black central macule. Perfect in the company of yellow and white varieties, to brighten up gardens in autumn and again in late winter, reaching its peak between March and June. This biennial pansy is early, robust and floriferous, easy to grow in humus-rich and moist soil, in sun or partial shade.

Garden pansies, sometimes called Swiss giant pansies, are actually hybrids grouped under the name Viola x wittrockiana. They belong to the violet family and are most often grown as annuals or biennials, although they are theoretically perennial but short-lived. The 'F1 Carrera Blue Blotch' variety produces well-branched plants that quickly form compact clumps, 15 to 20 cm (7.9 in) high and 20 cm (7.9 in) wide. Flowering occurs as early as October and lasts until the end of spring. The 6 cm (2.4 in) wide flowers, well open, are adorned with a very deep blue hue, punctuated by a black central 'blotch'. The center is occupied by a tiny bright yellow and white heart. The plant has 2 types of leaves, the lower ones are ovate with dentate margins, and the upper ones are narrower and shorter.

If you love them in the garden you will greatly appreciate them in window boxes, to enjoy while keeping warm inside. Plant alongside primroses, Wallflowers, Grape Hyacinths, Daisies, and even with grasses like Japanese Sedge for a graphic effect with a contemporary feel. Associate with heucheras and tulips. The blue-green of glaucous fescues also enhances them.

The petals of pansies are edible, and their colours will bring a touch of originality to your salads and pastries. For this purpose, think of growing them as you would your vegetables - in the most natural way possible.

Please note that our young plants in mini-plugs are professional products intended for experienced gardeners: upon receipt, transplant them as soon as possible into pots, or directly into flower beds.

 

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Viola wittrockiana F1 Carrera Blue Blotch plug plant- Swiss Garden Pansy (Flowering) Flowering

Flowering

Flower colour blue
Flowering time January to June, September to December
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 6 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 20 cm
Spread at maturity 20 cm
Growth rate fast

Botanical data

Genus

Viola

Species

x wittrockiana

Cultivar

F1 Carrera Blue With Blotch

Family

Violaceae

Other common names

Pansy, Swiss Giant Pansy, Garden Pansy, Violet

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference887522

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Planting and care

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Planting period

Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 6 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Acidic, Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Humus-rich, well-draining

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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