Wine Laeta Viola blooms on a white background.
Closeup of Laeta Wine Pansies on vine growing in garden.
Closeup of Laeta Wine Pansies on black brush with white/grey background and tea glass with lime garnish.
Closeup of Laeta Wine Pansies on white background.
Wine Laeta Viola blooms on a white background.
Closeup of Laeta Wine Pansies on vine growing in garden.
Closeup of Laeta Wine Pansies on black brush with white/grey background and tea glass with lime garnish.
Closeup of Laeta Wine Pansies on white background.

Viola Seeds,
Wine Laeta

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Description

(Viola cornuta). Lovely blooms the color of wine and plum. This versatile cool-weather flower is perfect in pots. A delightful addition to your most eye-catching recipes.

Growing Tips: Wine Laeta violas flourish in cool climates and humus-rich, well-drained soil. Their velvety, deep burgundy blooms add dramatic color to borders and containers. Regular deadheading encourages steady flowering, and mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Provide afternoon shade in hot regions to prevent fading. These violas are low-maintenance and offer long-lasting seasonal color when properly cared for.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Viola cornuta
Life Cycle
Perennial in zones 5–9
Sun Requirement
Full sun/partial shade
Days to Germinate
10–14
Days to Maturity
70–90
Planting Depth
⅛ in.
Plant Spacing
6–8 in.
Ideal Temperature
50–65°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before your last spring frost date, or sow outdoors in late summer for fall planting in mild climates. Always harden off before transplanting. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow Wine Laeta viola seeds 1/8 inch deep in moist, sterile seed-starting mix. Maintain a soil temperature of 60–65°F and consistent moisture. Transplant when seedlings have true leaves and risk of hard frost has passed.

How to Grow

Ensure 6 hours of sunlight daily, with partial shade in warm climates. Keep soil moist and fertilize every 4–6 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Deadhead faded blooms to encourage reblooming. In Zones 5–9, Wine Laeta may bloom again the next spring with light winter protection.

How to Save Seeds

  • Allow a few flowers to mature fully and develop seed pods
  • Wait until pods dry and begin to split, then collect
  • Remove seeds and let them air-dry thoroughly
  • Store in a cool, dry, dark location in a labeled paper envelope
  • Use fresh seeds within one to two years for best viability

FAQ

Are Wine Laeta violas scented?

Viola cornuta is grown for its color rather than its scent, so Wine Laeta has little to no fragrance. The draw is the velvety blooms in shades of wine and plum, which are striking in cool-season pots and borders.

Will Wine Laeta pansies bloom continuously?

They bloom best in cool weather. With proper care and deadheading, they’ll flower from early spring to early summer, and again in fall if conditions remain favorable.

Can Wine Laeta pansies handle container life?

Absolutely. Their compact size and rich color make them excellent for pots and window boxes. Use a well-draining mix and water consistently to prevent drying out.

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