Viola x Wittrockiana "Pansy Midnight Glow" 6pack Seedlings

Botanical Name

Viola × wittrockiana

Common Names

Pansy, Garden Pansy, Midnight Glow Pansy, Black Pansy

Product Description

Pansy ‘Midnight Glow’ is a dramatic, high-impact flowering annual featuring deep velvety petals in shades of near-black, dark purple, and indigo, contrasted by a glowing golden-yellow centre. This striking colour combination creates a bold focal point in winter and early spring displays.

Highly floriferous and compact, this variety delivers consistent blooms throughout the cooler months, making it ideal for adding depth and contrast to mixed plantings or monochromatic schemes. Its rich tones pair exceptionally well with lighter pansies and ornamental foliage.

Size When Fully Grown

• Height: 15–25 cm
• Spread: 15–20 cm

Best Growing Conditions (South Africa)

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade (prefers cool, bright conditions)
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost
• Watering: Regular watering; keep soil evenly moist
• Climate: Thrives in cool to mild temperatures; may struggle in extreme heat

Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)

• Best Planting Time: Autumn to early winter (March – May)
• Flowering Season: Autumn, winter, and spring
• Ideal for bold winter colour displays

Additional Benefits

• Excellent cold tolerance and handles light frost
• Unique dark colouring for contrast planting
• Attracts pollinators such as bees
• Edible flowers for decorative culinary use

Ideal Uses

• Feature planting for contrast in beds and borders
• Mixed containers and window boxes
• Mass planting for dramatic colour blocks
• Hanging baskets for seasonal impact