Pansy
Viola spp.
A cheerful harbringer of spring, pansies (a species of viola), are widely used in flower beds, containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets. While the standard cream, purple, gold, blue, red, and orange colors are still popular—new varieties offer many shades and markings, especially pastels. You may find annual pansies overwintering in your garden or container. Some varieties grow to 16" (40 cm), making them excellent cut flowers. Pansies are a cool weather lover, tolerating light frosts. Cut plants back to basal growth in hot weather and they will usually revive in fall.
How to Grow Pansy
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Varieties
Pests
Beneficial Critters
Growing from Seed
Cover seeds lightly. Check variety for specific days to maturity.
Planting Considerations
Pansies like rich, well drained soil.
Feeding
Pansies do not need extra fertilizing- too much and plants become leggy.
Harvesting
Pick when terminal (tip) flower is unfurling. Blossoms are edible—their delicate, wintergreen flavor is wonderful when used as a colorful garnish on salads and desserts.
Pruning
Trim back stems if plant gets leggy.
