Growing guide · Home growing: windowsill, balcony and terrace
Pansy and viola
Viola × wittrockiana, Viola spp.
A cool-season flower for pots and baskets; flowers are edible with a grassy taste.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Plant size | height about 15–23 cm, spread 23–30 cm | [1] |
| Edible part | flowers | [2][1] |
| Harvest | may bloom for 4–6 months | [1] |
| pH | no exact value in the sources |
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.