PineTree Cool Wave Series Pansy
Best trailing annual for gardeners wanting long-lasting, vibrant container displays.
These trailing pansies are the ultimate low-maintenance solution for cascading color in window boxes and hanging planters. While they require consistent deadheading to keep the blooms coming, the sheer volume of flowers they produce makes the extra effort feel like a fair trade for a season-long display.
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Who it's for
- Design-conscious gardeners preferring soft, elegant color schemes
- Container gardeners seeking dramatic cascading floral displays
- Early-season planters wanting extended bloom windows in cooler climates
Who should skip it
- Small-space gardeners managing delicate, slow-growing companion plants
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer hands-off plant care
- Gardeners in regions with intense, prolonged summer heat
Performance breakdown
Trailing Vigor
Impressive cascading habit fills containers and window boxes with ease.
Bloom Longevity
Delivers consistent, vibrant color from late spring through the autumn months.
Germination Reliability
Predictable sprout times make starting these seeds a straightforward gardening task.
Maintenance Ease
Simple deadheading routines significantly boost the frequency of new flower production.
Climate Adaptability
Hardy performance across multiple zones ensures success in diverse garden environments.
Design Versatility
Perfectly suited for ground cover, hanging baskets, or structured garden borders.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Viola wittrockiana
Life Cycle
Annual, perennial in zones 5a-10
Germination Time
7-14 days
Optimum Soil Temperature for Germination
65-70ºF
Plant Height
6-8 inches
Plant Width
6-8 inches
Spacing
6-8 inches apart
Days to Flower from Seed
60-70 days
Plant Spacing
15.24 cm
Seed Count
15.0
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