How to Grow Pansies {Start to Finish}

Today I planted 2 packets of pansy seeds under grow lights in the office. I don’t know about you, but I LOVE pansies. Typically I plant a bunch in our front window box and near the front door in early spring and more often than not the come back up again the following year. Pretty cool if you ask me.

I must admit though, I usually only plant pink, purple and white flowers, so I’m not sure what I’m going to do if I get a bunch of red and yellow ones though. Maybe I can barter them with my neighbor Mrs. Hillbilly.

Brief description: Pansies are a cold-hardy brightly colored flower.  They are typically annuals, but will overwinter in zones as cold as zone 4.

Where to Plant Pansies:  Pansies can be planted in garden containers or flower beds.  They like part sun to shade conditions.

Planting Seeds:  Plant seeds in groups of 4 every 4″-6″ {or per seed pot if starting indoors like I am}.  Plant about 1/8″ deep.  Thin to 1 plant every 4″-6″ when they are about 1″ tall.  Start indoors about 6-8 weeks before transplanting.

Growing Tips:  Water pansies regularly.  {I think it’s funny we call weak people pansies, because these are super tough flowers that are almost impossible to kill}.  Remove faded or dead flowers to encourage re-blooming.

Interesting Fact:  Did you know pansies are edible?  Well, they are!  Have YOU ever tried them?  I haven’t, but maybe I should give them a try. What do you think? Do they taste good?

~Mavis

Are you ready to start your garden but you’re not sure when you should plant your seeds or set out your transplants? Head on over HERE and you’ll be taken to a handy dandy chart that is broken down into what vegetables should be planted {or transplanted} each month in your area.

Anyone can do this. Dirt + Seeds+ Water = Food!