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Pansy Seeds - Claret
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Giant Pansy (Viola x Wittrockiana Swiss Giant Claret) - Start Pansy seeds for one of the best annuals for fall! Pansies can be considered biennial or even perennial in the right climate, but typically they are grown as annuals.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
Cover seed lightly with peat moss
SOWING RATE
3 - 4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
9 - 12 inches
Giant Pansy (Viola x Wittrockiana Swiss Giant Claret) - Start Pansy seeds for one of the best annuals for fall! Pansies can be considered biennial or even perennial in the right climate, but typically they are grown as annuals. They prefer the cool temperatures of fall and spring, and they mix well with spring bulbs to add lots of color and variety in the early garden. Establish this giant Pansy by sowing Pansy seeds and enjoy the rich wine red color of the 3 - 4 inch bloom. Pansy care includes deadheading the spent flowers to prolong the bloom season. Pansy flowers will self-sow their own flower seed. Deadheading will also prevent the spread of Pansies if this is not desired. Protect the Pansy plants from coldest weather with a light mulch.
Common Questions
Are pansies edible?
Yes, they have a mild minty taste and may be eaten fresh as a garnish or candied for decorating cakes.
Why do my pansies stop blooming in the summer?
Hot weather will cause pansies to fade and die out.
Why are my pansies spindly?
Check to see if your plants are overcrowded, pansies need to be spaced 6 inches apart. Make sure they are getting enough light especially when starting seeds inside.
Should pansies be deadheaded?
Yes, to encourage a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your flowers. This will also keep the flowers from dropping seeds.
When do pansies bloom?
Pansies bloom in the fall and in spring into early summer when the weather is cool.
Do pansies grow better in containers or in the ground?
Pansies flourish in both pots and raised beds. Because they have shallow roots, it's important not to plant them too deeply in dense soil. Always opt for well-draining soil for beds and a light potting mix for containers, ensuring that the containers also have drainage holes.
