Pansy
Viola × wittrockiana · Family Violaceae
Also known as: winter pansy, viola, garden pansy
- Light
- Bright indirect to full sun
- Watering
- Every 3 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
Window boxes, hanging baskets and patio pots, autumn to spring.
Light
Bright light to full sun. Prefers cooler weather.
Watering
Keep the compost lightly moist and deadhead to keep it flowering.
About the plant
A delicate flower with velvety petals and markings that look like a little face. It likes cool weather and flowers in autumn and winter. It is great for pots, window boxes and borders.
Origin
Developed from wild European violets, such as Viola tricolor.
What it likes
- Gentle sun or bright light
- Cool weather
- Slightly moist compost
What it dislikes
- Intense heat
- Soggy compost
- Deep shade
Did you know?
Its flowers are edible, and the French name, pensée, means 'thought'.
