Pansy
Viola x wittrockiana · Violets · Violet family
Also known as: Garden Pansy
Very easy15–25cmPet-friendlyEdible
Pansy care at a glance
Pansy (Viola x wittrockiana) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Life cycle
- Biennial
Pests & Diseases on Pansy
Possible pests on Pansy include Caterpillars, Slugs and snails, Spider mites and Aphids. A common disease is Black root rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew and Leaf spot. Pansy is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Caterpillars Medium
- Thrips Low
- Slugs and snails Medium
- Spider mites Medium
- Aphids Medium
Disease
- Black root rot High
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Leaf spot Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Pansy
- Which pests affect Pansy?
- Possible pests on Pansy include Caterpillars, Slugs and snails, Spider mites and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Pansy?
- A common disease is Black root rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew and Leaf spot.
- Is Pansy toxic to cats and dogs?
- Pansy is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Pansy need?
- Pansy has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Pansy need?
- Pansy prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is Pansy frost-hardy?
- Pansy is frost-hardy and tolerates frost.
- Can you eat Pansy?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: flowers.