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Viola x wittrockiana Pansy

Edward F. Gilman and Teresa Howe

Release Date: 10/25/2015

Reviewed At: 5/1/2023

DOI: 10.32473/edis-fp609-1999

Agriculture

Abstract

The publication “Viola x wittrockiana Pansy” provides an overview of the pansy, a biennial plant often grown as an annual. Known for its brightly colored flowers, the pansy thrives in cool weather and is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11. The document discusses the plant’s growth habits, including its preference for part shade and ample moisture, especially during hot weather. It also covers planting guidelines, pest management, and the various cultivars available, highlighting the pansy’s versatility in garden borders, containers, and as cut flowers. First published 1999.

About this Publication

This document is FPS-609, one of a series of the Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

Edward F. Gilman, professor, Environmental Horticulture Department; and Teresa Howe, coordinator, Research Programs/Services, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center; UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.