Shipping : Mid/Late February 2026
Soft color shifts, tiny blooms, and so much personality in one plant.
Viola ‘Gem Pink Antique’ is a small flower with a surprisingly big presence. Blooms open in rich violet-purple tones, then slowly soften into iridescent mauve, with older flowers revealing hints of turquoise along the way. The result is a planting full of variation and movement, as if each flower is telling its own quiet story.
Left to grow, these violas produce the sweetest little stems for petite bouquets, with an upright habit that makes them easy to cut and arrange. They are just as lovely tucked into pots as they are planted en masse in the garden, where the shifting colors create a layered, collected look. This variety pairs beautifully with ‘Panola Pink Shades’ pansies and brings depth to early-season arrangements when very little else is ready.
Cold-tolerant, reliable, and full of charm, ‘Gem Pink Antique’ is a thoughtful choice for gardeners who love detail, nuance, and flowers that reward a closer look.
Because the most beautiful moments often come in small packages.
Details:
✔ Plant Type: Hardy annual
✔ Height: 10 to 13 in
✔ Site: Full sun
✔ Days to Maturity: 80 to 90 days
✔ Plant Spacing: 4 to 6 in
✔ Pinch: Not necessary
✔ Approx. 50 seeds
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes:
Start seeds indoors in trays 8 to 12 weeks before last frost. Seeds require darkness to germinate, so cover lightly. Violas can tolerate a light frost, making it possible to transplant outdoors about two weeks before the last frost in colder climates.
Harvesting & Vase Life:
Harvest flowers as they begin to open. Stems lengthen as plants mature, making later cuts easier. Expect a vase life of approximately 5 to 7 days.
A gentle, colour-shifting favourite that brings quiet beauty to spring gardens and tiny bouquets alike.
