| Cultivation:
Pansies and Violas are essentially the same
plant. The only major difference between the two is that Pansy
flowers are larger and produced in greater quantity. Pansies can
usually be planted any time during the month of April... with
Viola's following in late April to early May. The 'Baby Bingo
™ series are F1 hybrids and considered a "Superflora
Pansy". "Superflora" varieties produce more flowers
per plant and tolerate heat better than others. 'Winter Blues
Mix' contains shades of Clear Yellow, Beaconsfield, Lavender Blue,
Denim, Midnight, and Sky Blue... all with 2" flowers.
Pansies and Violas are both cool season plants. This makes
them an ideal plant for high altitude gardens... as well as early
and late season planting at lower elevations. Plant Pansy Winter
Blues Mix in any well
drained fertile soil in full sun to partial shade in either beds
or containers. Pansies grow best in moist soil, although they are
fairly drought tolerant. Space plants
4" - 8" apart depending on how quickly you wish the area
to fill in. Lightly mulching the plants is always beneficial. Fertilize monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Remove spent flowers to promote new flower growth.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Aphids or mildews.
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