How to grow Heartsease

Viola tricolour

Partial Sun

Growing Heartsease from seed

Direct sow in spring after the last frost, then direct sow again in summer for flowers in the autumn.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.04 inches (0.1 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 5.85 inches (15.0 cm) between Heartsease plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 15°C / 59°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations*, you should look at sowing Heartsease about 90 days before your last frost date .

How long does Heartsease take to grow?

These estimates for how long Heartsease takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Heartsease to germinate?: 11 days
Average 11 days | Min 7 days | Max 27 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Heartsease?: + 50 days
Average 50 days | Min 50 days | Max 50 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Heartsease is ready for harvest / bloom?: + 85 days
Average 85 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Heartsease?: = 146 days

When should I plant Heartsease?

Our when to plant Heartsease estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Heartsease before or after your last frost date.: 90 days before Last Frost Date

Other names for Heartsease

Johnny jump up, Wild pansy, Garden violet, Bonewort, Love idol