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Pansy 'Black'

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Growing Information

HEIGHT: 6 - 8 inches

SPREAD: 6 - 12 inches

LIGHT: Full Sun to Partial Shade

WATER: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil

IN BLOOM: Early Spring to Late Spring, Fall

HARDINESS: Zones 6–10 (commonly grown as a cool-season annual)

TYPE: Biennial / Short-Lived Perennial

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Viola × wittrockiana 'Black'

Black Pansies are an elegant cool-season annual admired for their rich, velvety flowers in an exceptionally deep shade of purple so dark they appear almost black. Blooming from early spring through late spring and again in fall, these dramatic flowers provide a striking contrast when paired with lighter blooms or silver foliage. Their compact growth habit, exceptional cold tolerance, and long flowering season make them a favorite for containers, borders, window boxes, and cottage gardens.

Key Features

Unique velvety flowers that appear nearly black
Long bloom season in cool weather
Excellent cold tolerance
Compact, bushy growth habit
Attracts bees and other early-season pollinators
Outstanding contrast plant for mixed containers and flower beds
Easy to grow and maintain

Ideal Uses

Containers
Window boxes
Cottage gardens
Borders and edging
Mixed flower beds
Hanging baskets
Seasonal porch displays

Why I Grow It

I grow Black Pansies because few flowers create the same dramatic impact in the garden. Their deep, velvety blooms provide an elegant contrast to brighter flowers and pair beautifully with silver foliage, ornamental kale, and other cool-season favorites. I also appreciate that they bring vibrant color when many gardens are just waking up in spring or winding down in fall. They're an easy way to add sophistication and unexpected beauty to containers, borders, and seasonal displays.

Care Tips:

Plant in full sun during cooler months or provide afternoon shade as temperatures warm.
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering.
Fertilize lightly every few weeks during active growth to promote healthy foliage and abundant blooms.
Replace plants as summer heat arrives, or enjoy a second flush of blooms during the cool temperatures of fall.

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