pansy Matrix F1 Raspberry Sundae
Hugely popular, pansies can brighten up the greyest of days with their big jolly flowers, and this variety is no...
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Plant description
Hugely popular, pansies can brighten up the greyest of days with their big jolly flowers, and this variety is no different with a range and depth of colour from white to various shades of raspberry pinks to violet. Bred to withstand most British weather the sturdy strong stems support masses of blooms.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Viola × wittrockiana Matrix F1 Raspberry Sundae:
Pot the seedlings up and grow them on in a cool, frost-free spot before planting out in compost or well-drained, humus-rich soil that is not frozen or prone to waterlogging. Protect young plants from slug damage using environmentally friendly slug pellets or beer traps. Deadhead the spent blooms to prolong flowering.
GOES WELL WITH
June Week 1
If you do nothing else...water new plants. Make sure new additions do not suffer during dry spells. Plant up summer containers bedding once the threat of frosts has passed. Feed container plants about six weeks after planting. If it’s a nice day...trim he
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After the last frost date, plant up containers with tender flowering bedding and reliable foliage plants. Line terracotta pots with polythene, taking care not to cover the planting holes, to reduce water loss through the porous sides of the pot.
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