Wild pansy 'from the POC' (Viola tricolor) – Proposed by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine
The wild pansy 'du POC' is a small hardy perennial with delicate, multi-coloured flowers , ranging from yellow to white, including lilac, mauve and dark purple . With its bushy shape of 30 cm in height , it reseeds itself naturally , offering continuous and spontaneous flowering year after year.
Not only decorative and melliferous , it is also edible , both for its flowers and its leaves , ideal for garnishing salads, desserts or flavoring infusions . Its adaptability to cold climates (zone 2) makes it a perfect choice for Nordic gardens .
Characteristics of the variety
Type : Hardy perennial
Plant habit : Compact, bushy
Height : 30 cm
Flowering : Continuous from spring to fall
Flower color : Yellow, white, lilac, mauve, dark purple
Foliage : Soft green, edible
Attraction : Honey-producing, reseeds naturally
Use : Ornamental, culinary, infusion
Quantity per sachet : ±250 seeds
Hardiness : Zone 2
Special feature : Edible flowers and leaves
Cultivation method
🌞 Exposure : Full sun to partial shade
🌱 Sowing : Direct in open ground in May-June for flowering the following year, or indoors in April for flowering from the first year
📏 Sowing depth : 6 mm
🌡 Germination temperature : 15-20°C
⏳ Germination time : 10 to 20 days
🌿 Spacing : 15 cm between plants
💦 Watering : Regular, without excess humidity
🌾 Maintenance : Cut off faded flowers to prolong flowering and encourage self-seeding.
With optimal conditions, the wild pansy 'du POC' brightens up the garden while offering a unique floral and taste touch .
Use and special features
🌿 An enchantment in the garden and in the kitchen
Its delicately scented flowers and leaves are perfect in salads, decorations or infusions .
🐝 An asset for pollinators
Its honey-producing flowers attract bees and butterflies , promoting biodiversity.
🍃 Reseeds naturally
Once established, it returns faithfully every year , effortlessly beautifying the garden.
