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Features
Family
Violaceae
Native
Only in cultivation
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Flower Color
Mixed
Bloom Season
Heaviest in cool weather
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Edible Flower
Growing Conditions
Frost Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About Pansy
Viola wittrockiana
2"-2½" flowers in a wide range of colors including blue, purple, yellow, apricot, orange, mahogany, red, white, and bi-colors. Most have "faces" or are blotched.
Planting Pansy
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 4"–6"
Hardiness Zones
10, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Planting Depth
⅛"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | ⅛" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 4"–6" |
| Thinning | When ½–1" tall, thin to 1 every 4"–6" |
| Germination | 7–20 days |
| Start Indoors | 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date for early spring planting, and midsummer for fall planting in both mild and cold climates. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. Cold Climates: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, or midsummer for fall and the following spring bloom. Mild Climates: Late summer for cool–season blooms. |
| Growing & Harvesting | For longest vase life, harvest flowers in the morning, just as flower buds begin to open. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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23 reviews
- Sara R.IL, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/10/26Nice
Still waiting for flowers, but germination was quick and the rate was good
Who do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? In Ground - Ammie C.GA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/24/26Great Germination
All of my seeds sprouted. The seedlings are so cute!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? FamiliesHow do you prefer to grow? Raised Bed - Diana T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/23/25Excellent Germination and Seedlings Growing
Planted 2 rounds successively. Most of them made it and are doing well.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests9/24/25Hey Diana T.,
What a fantastic review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your Swiss Giants Blend Pansy Seeds have shown such excellent germination and that your seedlings are doing so well - that's exactly what we love to hear!
Your smart approach of planting two successive rounds is such a great strategy! It's wonderful that most of them made it through both plantings and are thriving. Swiss Giants are such reliable performers when it comes to germination, and it sounds like you've given them exactly what they need to get off to that strong start.
We love that you're seeing such consistent success across both plantings - that really speaks to both the quality of these seeds and your excellent growing skills! Swiss Giants Blend pansies are going to reward your careful attention with those gorgeous, large blooms in such beautiful color combinations. There's something so special about this blend because you get that wonderful mix of classic pansy faces and colors that really brighten up any garden space.
Your experience with the excellent germination rates will be so encouraging for other gardeners who might be planning their own pansy growing adventures! These Swiss Giants are such showstoppers once they get established, and it sounds like you're well on your way to having an absolutely beautiful display.
Thank you so much for sharing such a positive review about your growing success!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Cindy G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/25/255 Stars
I always have such good luck with Botanical Interest’s seeds . I try to order something new every season and have never been disappointed
- Cathy E.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/19/245 Stars
These seeds are very reliable and produce big, beautiful flower faces. I mix them in with Johnny Jump Ups, Alyssum, and snaps.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate