Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Berry Pie' – Large-flowered trendsetter for late summer and autumn

Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Berry Pie' is the next big trend in viola and a real eye-catcher in the garden, on the balcony, and on the patio. This heat-tolerant, large-flowered pansy combines vibrant colors with excellent performance, even under heat stress, making it ideal for late summer and early autumn markets. Thanks to its improved plant structure and large flowers, 'Grandissimo Berry Pie' offers a rich, colorful display and reliable yields for both gardeners and consumers.

Characteristics of Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Berry Pie'

'Grandissimo Berry Pie' stands out with its large flowers in vibrant berry shades, making a powerful visual statement in any setting. The plant grows compactly, easily fills pots and containers, and remains beautifully branched, even in the higher temperatures that standard varieties sometimes struggle to withstand.

Key Features:

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta F1

• Cultivar: 'Grandissimo Berry Pie'

• Color: Berry / Deep pink to purple hues

• Flower size: Larger flowers than standard Viola

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: Late summer to autumn, continuous and profuse

• Location: Sun to partial shade

• Uses: Pots, containers, hanging baskets, borders, mixed containers

• Winter hardiness: Semi-hardy; can overwinter in milder climates

Thanks to its large flowers and compact growth, this cultivar provides much more colour per pot and is an economically attractive alternative to trailing violets.

Benefits and applications

'Grandissimo Berry Pie' is ideal for a wide range of applications in gardens and landscapes:

• Pots and Containers – Easily fills any container and creates a stunning presentation.

• Hanging Baskets – large-flowered and heat-tolerant, ideal for late summer and autumn.

• Borders and mixed containers – adds color and texture and combines perfectly with other autumn performers such as Power.

• Landscape planting – versatile for public spaces or commercial projects; an explosion of color without much maintenance.

The combination of heat tolerance and large-flowered display makes 'Grandissimo Berry Pie' an excellent choice for both home gardens and commercial sales.

Care and location

Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Berry Pie' grows best in a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained, fertile soil. The plant is easy to care for and maintains its compact growth and abundant blooms, even in warm weather.

Care tips:

• Place in full sun to light shade for best flowering and color intensity.

• Keep the soil slightly moist, but avoid waterlogging.

• Regularly removing wilted flowers encourages flowering and ensures a neat appearance.

• Combine with other autumn bloomers or vigorous Viola varieties such as Power for a long-lasting seasonal display.

Why choose Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Berry Pie'?

'Grandissimo Berry Pie' offers the perfect combination of large flowers, vibrant color, and heat tolerance. This heat-tolerant viola is easy to grow, easy to sell, and delivers excellent results for consumers. The larger flowers create a striking interplay of color, while the compact, branchy growth minimizes maintenance.

Whether in pots, hanging baskets, borders, or mixed containers, Viola cornuta F1 'Grandissimo Berry Pie' brings color, elegance, and economic value to the garden, balcony, or commercially cultivated. Perfect for kicking off the late summer and autumn season with a powerful burst of color.