Viola 'Antique Shades'

Flowering

Perennial

Viola 'Antique Shades' is a charming and hardy perennial that produces unique, multi-coloured flowers in antique pastel shades. It is easy to grow and perfect for adding elegant colour and ornamental beauty to your garden.

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Viola 'Antique Shades' is a delightful perennial known for its unique, antique pastel-coloured flowers and compact growth habit. It is perfect for adding a touch of elegance and ornamental beauty to garden beds, borders, and containers.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces unique multi-coloured flowers from Spring to Autumn
Compact and low maintenance

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Start with a pack of strong seedlings. They have robust roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts.

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Plant Care

Viola 'Antique Shades' is a stunning perennial that adds elegant colour and ornamental beauty to any garden. It is known for its unique, antique pastel-coloured flowers and compact growth habit.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces unique multi-coloured flowers from Spring to Autumn
Compact and low maintenance

Viola 'Antique Shades' is a stunning perennial that adds elegant colour and ornamental beauty to any garden. It is known for its unique, antique pastel-coloured flowers and compact growth habit.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces unique multi-coloured flowers from Spring to Autumn
Compact and low maintenance

Planting Time:	Spring to Autumn
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to Autumn
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Viola 'Antique Shades' plants, whether in garden beds, borders, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Violas need full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Viola 'Antique Shades' plants, whether in garden beds, borders, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Violas need full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 15-20cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 15-20cm apart for good air circulation

Viola 'Antique Shades' is easy to care for and adds both beauty and elegant colour to your garden. With good sunlight and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its stunning multi-coloured blooms.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids; treat with suitable methods if needed

Viola 'Antique Shades' is easy to care for and adds both beauty and elegant colour to your garden. With good sunlight and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its stunning multi-coloured blooms.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids; treat with suitable methods if needed

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Additional Tips:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weed

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Additional Tips:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Viola 'Antique Shades'?

Viola 'Antique Shades' thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods, and mulching helps retain moisture and control weeds.

How can I encourage more blooms on Viola 'Antique Shades'?

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming. Fertilise every few weeks during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser.

What pests and diseases affect Viola 'Antique Shades', and how can I manage them?

Common pests include aphids, slugs, and spider mites. Use insecticidal soap and slug bait. Prevent diseases like powdery mildew by ensuring good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering. Regularly inspect plants and remove any affected leaves.

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