Pansy Growing Guide
All you need to know to grow successfully!
Plant Family:
Violaceae
Plant Type:
Annual
Typical Season:
Cool
Typical Zones Grown In:
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Growing Difficulty:
Easy
Planting Guidelines
The following are general guides to follow. However, nothing is set in stone. Feel free to experiment!
How to Start:
Indoor
When to Direct Sow:
March, April, May
When to Start Indoors:
March , April , May
Sprouting Time:
2-4 Weeks
Soil Temperature (C):
12-19°C
Depth:
1/2 inch
Spacing (cm):
20 cm
Row Spacing (cm):
8-12 inches
Sun Exposure:
Part Shade
Maturity Time:
2-3 Months
When To Harvest:
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
How to Harvest:
Cut Flower Heads
Health Benefits
Growing your own food is one of the best things you can do for your health. Let’s check out some of the health benefits!
Tips to Growing Organically
Growing without the use of pesticides and herbicides is easier than you may think and it’s better for the environment!
Companion Plants:
Lettuce, Spinach, Broccoli
What Plants to Avoid:
Common Pests:
Aphids, Slugs, Caterpillars
Common Disease:
Powdery Mildew, Downy Mildew, Root Rot
Bonus Grow Tips:
Plant in cooler weather, harvest flowers when they are fully open