Growing Non-GMO Swiss Giant Mixture Pansy Flower Seeds

Growing pansies from seed can be somewhat challenging because seeds are small and difficult to handle. In addition, pansy seeds require a cold period, called stratification, to germinate, so the seeds must be exposed to cool temperatures for a while before planting. However, with a little patience and attention to detail, it is possible to easily grow pansies from seed.

Sow Swiss Giant Mixture pansy seeds indoors 12-14 weeks before the final frost. Pansies do not grow naturally in the wild and are not recommended for direct sowing. Maintain pansy seeds in complete darkness for germination then place them beneath fluorescent grow lights for 16 hours per day with 8 hours of darkness. Harden-off seedlings before transplanting them outside into a shady and cool spot in the garden or a comparable location indoors. Avoid overhead irrigations to minimize wetting foliage.

When transplanting seedlings indoors to outdoors, it is important to acclimatize them slowly to their new environment; Put them outside for a few hours a day and gradually increase the duration until they are ready to transplant. It is important to deadhead the flowers regularly and provide the plants with adequate water and nutrients to promote healthy growth and many blooms.

Swiss Giant Mixture Pansy in the Flower Garden

This variety of pansy is ideal for indoor pots, planters, window boxes, or for a border around the flower bed. Swiss Giant Mixture Mix pansy seeds are an ideal annual ground cover to accent any walkway, fencing, or flower bed.

Landscaping With Swiss Giant Mixture Pansy

Swiss Giant Mixture Pansies are a great addition to the front of a border or in mixed containers. They are a perfect decorative addition for a front entryway flower bed or mailbox planting.

About Swiss Giant Mixture Pansy Garden Seeds

Viola x wittrockiana is a hybrid resulting from tri-colored violas. The pansy only exists due to the crossing and hybridizing of the viola during the 19th century and was never found naturally in the wild. There is much conversation and etymological red tape about interchanging the common terms "pansies", "violas", and "violets". The species wittrockiana pays homage to 19th-century pioneering botanist Veit Brecher Wittrock.

Pansies Are not considered to be edible. While they are sometimes used as a garnish on salads or desserts, they are typically eaten in small quantities due to their slightly bitter taste. Some varieties of pansies are even considered toxic. Consult a professional before consuming any plant that you are unfamiliar with.

The word "pansy" is derived from the French word "pensee," meaning "thought." The plant received this name because the flower's markings appear to resemble a human face, with the lines on the petals resembling the features of a face. Some people also believe that pansies have the ability to bring back lost thoughts or memories.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"Swiss Giant Mixture Pansies are some of the widest growing pansies on the market. They are perfect for filling in areas of bare earth with ease."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Swiss Giant Mixture Pansy Seeds Per Package:

• 500 mg packet - Approximately 350 Seeds
• .25 oz - Approximately 5,000 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 20,000 Seeds
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