How to Plant Viola admire from Seeds

Why Grow Viola Admire?

• Early and Long Blooming: Flowers early spring to late autumn.
• Bushy and Compact: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) tall and suitable for small gardens.
• Viola Admire Cold Tolerant: Wants to flower in cooler temperatures and will bloom in fact in mild winters.
• Low Maintenance: Simple to cultivate and takes care of itself beautifully.
• Good for Pollinators: Bee- and butterfly-attracting flowers.
• Growing Viola ‘Admire’ from Seeds

• Indoors: Sow seeds 8–10 weeks before last frost date to give early flowering.
• Outside: Plant in outside soil early autumn or spring for autumn-flowering plants.

How to Sow Indoors

• Viola Admire Sow loose-draining, loose, moist composted seed in small pots or seed trays.
• Sow thinly over compost and cover with a light layer of compost.
• Put tray in dark cold place (about 60–65°F / 15–18°C).
• Water soil but do not waterlog.
• Germinates 10–14 days. Transfer to light place when seedlings are established.
• Pot on when two pairs of true leaves old.

• Select a sunny or partially shaded spot with adequate drainage.
• Sow thinly and lightly cover.
• Water lightly and maintain the soil moist constantly until seedlings.
• Thin the seedlings to around 6 inches (15 cm) apart once established.

Care 

• Viola Admire Light: Firstly Partial shade to full sun.
• Watering: Water soil regularly but not waterlogged.
• Fertilizing: Feed liquid plant food every 2–3 weeks for ongoing flowering.
• Deadheading: Deadhead spent blooms frequently to encourage additional blooms.
• Pests & Diseases: Slugs, aphids, and powdery mildew can be monitored.

• Borders & Flower Beds: Creates splash of colour along garden edges.
• Containers & Hanging Baskets: Great in patio pots.
• Ground Cover: Spreads in beds well.
• Edging Paths & Walkways: A beautiful floral border.