Black Prince Pansy Seeds

Black Prince Pansy is a dramatic heirloom variety celebrated for its velvety blooms in the deepest shades of purple, appearing almost black in cool weather or soft evening light. Each large flower is accented by a small golden eye that provides a striking contrast against the dark petals. This timeless favorite has been grown for generations and remains one of the finest dark-flowered pansies for adding elegance, depth, and sophistication to cool-season gardens.

Garden Uses:
Ideal for containers, patio pots, window boxes, borders, edging, cottage gardens, memorial gardens, formal landscapes, and mass plantings. Black Prince pairs beautifully with white alyssum, yellow pansies, silver dusty miller, ornamental kale, flowering cabbage, pink dianthus, blue forget-me-nots, and spring bulbs. Its nearly black flowers create stunning contrast with lighter-colored companions.

Growing Information:
Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before transplanting or sow outdoors during late summer or early spring where climates permit. Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep evenly moist during germination. Plant in full sun during cool weather or provide afternoon shade where temperatures rise quickly. Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Regular watering and removal of spent blooms encourage continuous flowering. Mature plants typically reach 6–8 inches tall with an 8–10 inch spread.

Quick Facts:
Type: Cool-Season Annual
Botanical Name: Viola × wittrockiana
Common Name: Black Prince Pansy
Height: 6–8 Inches
Spread: 8–10 Inches
Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Time: Fall through Spring in Mild Climates; Spring to Early Summer in Cooler Regions
Flower Color: Deep Velvety Purple, Nearly Black with Golden Eye
Soil: Fertile, Well-Drained
Water: Moderate
Uses: Containers, Borders, Window Boxes, Cottage Gardens, Formal Gardens, Mass Plantings
Attracts: Bees & Other Early Pollinators