pansies & violas

The large flowering Pansy and small flowering Johnny-Jump-Up Viola are part of the same family. Pansies are one of the first spring annuals available in a rainbow of colors and bicolors to choose from with bright, cheerful face markings or blotches. Pansies grow best in morning sun and evening shade in cool growing conditions, and are tolerant of frost. They last longest in containers or the garden if planted in autumn for three seasons of color, (fall, winter, and spring), because they may die back in the heat of the summer. Shop our online selection of pansies & violas, or view our printable guide to growing pansies & violas.

Pansies grow best in morning sun and evening shade in cool growing conditions, well-drained to moist soil. Fertilize with Osmocote (green cap). Deadhead often for repeat blooming. Cut back when they get leggy in summer and they should reflush for fall. They may reseed themselves, but tend to be less prolific than the smaller flowering Viola varieties.