{"product_id":"pansy-aalsmeer-king-size-mix-pansy-viola-wittrockiana-non-gmo-organically-grown-flower","title":"Pansy – Aalsmeer King Size Mix Pansy (Viola wittrockiana) Non-GMO – Organically Grown – Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePansy – Aalsmeer King Size Mix Pansy (Viola wittrockiana) Non-GMO – Organically Grown – Flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it an Annual\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes – Pansies are annuals, though they can survive as short-lived perennials in mild climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes – Thrives in full sun to partial shade; requires at least 4–6 hours of sunlight daily for optimal blooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViola wittrockiana ‘Aalsmeer King Size Mix’ is a bold and colorful pansy variety producing extra-large flowers in a mix of vibrant shades, including deep purples, rich blues, golden yellows, and crisp whites. With a compact, upright habit reaching 7–12 inches, this variety is ideal for beds, borders, containers, and mass plantings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRenowned for its size and durability, ‘Aalsmeer King Size Mix’ provides a continuous display of cheerful blooms in cooler seasons. Its large flowers make it especially attractive for floral arrangements and striking garden accents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Growing Information From Seed \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type: Annual (short-lived perennial in mild climates)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit: Compact, upright, bushy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 7–12 inches (18–30 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSowing: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; can be direct sown outdoors in cool conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Depth: Lightly cover with soil or vermiculite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGermination Time: 10–14 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature for Germination: 15–20°C (59–68°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing: 6–8 inches apart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBloom Time: Early spring through late fall in cool climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance: Deadhead spent blooms for prolonged flowering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinators: Attracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompanion Plants: Ornamental cabbage, lobelia, ivy, snapdragons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eStratification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional but recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold stratify seeds for 1–2 weeks in the refrigerator before sowing to improve germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedicinal Properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eViola wittrockiana has limited traditional uses, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnti-inflammatory and soothing properties for skin irritations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild respiratory support in teas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimarily grown as an ornamental and edible flower, not for modern medicinal use. J\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeed Count: 25\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bumbleseeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47483245297829,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9870\/1221\/files\/1329B6F3-48BE-4B64-AF47-A5F50E76CC4A.jpg?v=1770663985","url":"https:\/\/bumbleseeds.com\/products\/pansy-aalsmeer-king-size-mix-pansy-viola-wittrockiana-non-gmo-organically-grown-flower","provider":"Bumbleseeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}