Pansy Mix – Care & Growing Guide

Pansies are cheerful, easy-to-grow flowering plants known for their bright colours, charming “faces,” and long flowering season. A Pansy Mix offers a vibrant range of shades — purples, yellows, blues, whites, oranges, and bicolours — making it a perfect choice for beds, borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Hardy and versatile, pansies bring reliable colour to the garden from early spring right through autumn and even into winter in mild climates.

About Pansy Mix

Pansies (Viola × wittrockiana) are compact, low-growing annuals or short-lived perennials that thrive in cool conditions.

• Height & spread:

  • Typically grows 15–25 cm tall with a spread of 20–30 cm.

• Flower colours:

  • Mixed shades including yellow, blue, purple, red, orange, pink, white, and bicolours.

  • Large, velvety petals often marked with darker blotches or lines.

• Blooming season:

  • Spring through early summer; often again in autumn or winter depending on planting time.

• Best for:

  • Bedding displays, window boxes, hanging baskets, and mixed borders.

  • Brightening up dull garden spaces with continuous colour.

How to Grow

Pansies are easy to care for and perform well in most gardens with minimal effort.

• Position:

  • Choose a sunny or partially shaded site.

  • Pansies like cool weather — avoid the hottest midsummer spots if possible.

• Soil:

  • Prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

  • Add compost or slow-release fertiliser at planting time.

• Planting:

  • Space plants about 15–20 cm apart to allow air circulation and growth.

  • Water thoroughly after planting.

  • Ideal for planting in spring or autumn depending on variety and region.

• Watering:

  • Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells or when grown in containers.

  • Avoid waterlogging.

• Feeding:

  • Feed every 2–3 weeks during active growth with a balanced liquid fertiliser to encourage continuous flowering.

• Deadheading:

  • Regularly remove faded blooms to promote new buds and extend the flowering season.

• Pruning & maintenance:

  • Trim back leggy growth in midsummer or when plants start to look tired; this encourages compact regrowth.

Seasonal Care & Tips

• Spring planting:

  • Great for early colour after winter. Combine with tulips, daffodils, or primroses for a lively spring display.

• Autumn planting:

  • In mild areas, plant pansies in autumn for flowers through winter into spring. Choose hardy varieties for winter colour.

• Containers & baskets:

  • Pansies thrive in pots and hanging baskets — use a quality multipurpose compost and water regularly.

• Temperature:

  • Pansies prefer cooler conditions (5–18°C).

  • In hot weather, flowers may pause; they’ll resume blooming once temperatures cool.

• Pests & problems:

  • Watch for aphids, slugs, and snails. Treat early if needed.

  • Avoid fungal issues by ensuring good air circulation and not overwatering.

Benefits at a Glance

• Bright, long-lasting colour mix for any garden style

• Compact habit ideal for beds, pots, and baskets

• Easy to grow — perfect for beginners

• Hardy, cool-season blooms from spring to winter

• Continuous colour with regular deadheading

• Available in a wide variety of rich, cheerful shades

In summary:
Pansy Mix brings a splash of cheerful colour to any garden. These hardy little plants are perfect for adding brightness to borders, pots, and window boxes, flowering for months on end with minimal care. Just plant in a sunny spot, keep them watered, and enjoy a vibrant display from early spring right through the cooler months

• Size
  P9

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