How to grow violas in a garden
Step 1
Fill starter pots or trays with
Yates Seed Raising Mix. Sow seeds, cover, firm down and water well.
Step 2
After sowing cover with a sheet of newspaper or cardboard to limit the light to the seeds.
Step 3
Water gently and keep moist through germination period. After germination remove newspaper or cardboard.
Step 4
While the seedlings are growing, choose a spot in the garden that receives full sun with protection from the afternoon sun and prepare the planting area well by digging in
Yates Dynamic Lifter Soil Improver & Plant Fertiliser.
Step 5
Allow the seedlings to grow to at least 5-7 cm before transplanting.
Step 6
When transplanting them into your prepared garden bed, ensure seedlings are well spaced – at least 20-30 cm apart. Water in well.
Step 7
Mulch with an organic mulch, such as bark chips, sugar cane or pea straw.
How to grow violas in a pot
Step 1
Choose a pot at least 200 mm wide and deep. Position in full sun with protected from the afternoon sun.
Step 2
Fill the chosen pots with quality potting mix, such as
Yates Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter.
Step 3
Plant directly into the pot by pressing the seeds lightly into the surface of the pot.
Step 4
After sowing cover with a sheet of newspaper or cardboard to limit the light to the seeds.
Step 5
Water gently and keep moist through germination period. After germination remove newspaper or cardboard.
Step 6
Feed every 2 weeks with Yates Thrive Roses and Flowers Liquid Plant Food.
