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Heartsease
SKU
445RV9C
£7.99
Out of stock
CHARMING, COLOURFUL and effortless to grow, Heartsease – also known as Wild Pansy
Category: Herbs
(Hardy annual)
A pretty wild flower that can grow up to 12cm tall. Heartsease is also known commonly as wild pansy and produces beautiful 3 petaled blooms in purple, yellow and lavender from April to September. Can be used as garnishes in salads and crystalised to decorate puddings and cakes. Heartsease has been traditionally used in herbal medicine for various respiratory illnesses and easing skin diseases and eczema.
Planting
Plant in beds or containers, in well-drained soil or compost, in full sun or partial sun.
Care
Keep well watered until established, and in dry weather. Protect from slugs and snails.
Height & Spread:
15 – 30cm × 15 – 20cm.
Harvesting
Carefully pick the flowers in the morning, when they are most vibrant. Use them fresh to garnish dishes, or dried in herbal teas. Be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate stems and petals.
A pretty wild flower that can grow up to 12cm tall. Heartsease is also known commonly as wild pansy and produces beautiful 3 petaled blooms in purple, yellow and lavender from April to September. Can be used as garnishes in salads and crystalised to decorate puddings and cakes. Heartsease has been traditionally used in herbal medicine for various respiratory illnesses and easing skin diseases and eczema.
Planting
Plant in beds or containers, in well-drained soil or compost, in full sun or partial sun.
Care
Keep well watered until established, and in dry weather. Protect from slugs and snails.
Height & Spread:
15 – 30cm × 15 – 20cm.
Harvesting
Carefully pick the flowers in the morning, when they are most vibrant. Use them fresh to garnish dishes, or dried in herbal teas. Be gentle to avoid damaging the delicate stems and petals.
| Product Name | Heartsease |
|---|---|
| Species | Heartsease |
| Also Known As | Wild Pansy - Viola tricolor |
| Planting Time | March - September |
| Harvest Time | When required |
| Bolting Resistance | Good |
| Hardyness | Good |
| Size | 3 x 10cm pot plants |
| Pack Size | 3 x 10cm pot |