Viola Tricolor Seeds – Black Pansy

Bring elegance and contrast to your garden with Viola Tricolor Seeds – Black Pansy Variety. Known for their deep, velvety black petals accented with subtle purple tones, these pansies are a favorite among gardeners looking to add dramatic color to beds, borders, and containers. Viola tricolor is an easy-to-grow annual or short-lived perennial that performs beautifully in cool seasons and brightens up any urban or cottage-style garden.

These hardy plants bloom abundantly and are ideal for both spring and fall planting. Their compact habit makes them perfect for garden edges, window boxes, and balcony planters.

Features:

• Striking deep-black blooms with soft purple undertones

• Compact, easy-to-grow, and great for container gardening

• Long blooming period in cool weather

• Excellent for beds, borders, and urban gardens

• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies

Specifications:

• Common Name: Pansy (Black Variety)

• Scientific Name: Viola tricolor

• Plant Type: Annual or short-lived perennial

• Bloom Color: Deep black to purple-black

• Height: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)

• Spread: 6–9 inches (15–23 cm)

• Germination Time: 10–14 days

• Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, rich soil

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, not waterlogged

• Sowing Method: Direct sow or start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

• Planting Seasons:

  • Spring: Sow indoors in February–March, transplant in April–May

  • Fall: Sow outdoors in September–October for fall blooms

• Blooming Period: Early spring to late fall (depending on region)

• Uses: Flower beds, borders, containers, window boxes, and urban gardens