They aretrue signs of springand beautify the garden and balcony with their bright colors and delicate flowers: the pansies. If you want to plant pansies, you are probably asking yourself a lot of questions about how to care for them. In the article we will tell you when the cute flowers are allowed outside, how much cold they can tolerate and at what distance they are placed in the box or flower bed. And then give several ideas for planting partners in spring.
When to plant pansies: At what temperature do spring flowers thrive outdoors?
The varieties that bloom in spring are alreadyplanted in March. Frost-sensitive summer-flowering pansies are planted in the ground in spring, for example after the Ice Saints. The early bloomers are planted in autumn. These varieties thrive in frost and cold temperatures and produce their flowers as early as March.
At what temperature can planted pansies be allowed outdoors?
Young plants that have been planted are already insensitive to frost and can be planted in the flower bed or balcony box as early as March. Planting in spring also makes sense because that is when the range of young plants in specialized shops and tree nurseries is greatest.
When can you sow pansies?
The right time to sow seeds is at the end of summer, when daytime temperatures do not exceed 20 degrees Celsius. The flowers are placed in the soil at a distance of 20 cm. The seeds then take about two weeks to germinate.
How much cold can pansies tolerate?
Most pansy varieties are assigned to climate zone 7 and can tolerate temperatures down to -17° Celsius in winter. As long as the ground is not completely frozen and the temperatures during the day are above 0° Celsius, you can plant the young plants in the ground.
Planting and caring for pansies: instructions
When planting pansies, the location plays a crucial role. Early flowering varieties need lots of direct sunlight. Summer-flowering pansies also thrive in partial shade. The permeability of the soil is also very important. If necessary, you can mix gravel into the soil. When planting, proceed as follows:
- Loosen the soil. Fill joints in the flowerbed with sand to inhibit weed growth.
- If there are already weeds in the flower bed, you can destroy them with boiling water and then remove them.
- Dig out plant holes.
- Place the root balls in the soil and cover them with a layer of soil.
- Water and fertilize the young plants to promote growth.
At what distance should you plant pansies?
The pansies are planted 20 cm apart. For varieties that grow in width, the distance to other flowers and ornamental grasses should be 30 cm.
Where can pansies be planted? The flowers are ideal as a bed border, but can also be used on larger areas. In spring they thrive best in a sunny location with fresh, well-drained soil. Below we give you several ideas for possible plant partners in the flower bed and in the pot.
Plant pansies and tulips in the flower bed and in the container
The two spring flowers have a lot in common: They prefer a sunny location, cannot tolerate heat well and thrive best in permeable, nutrient-rich, acidic soil. Regular fertilization, about twice a month, will extend the flowering period.
Plant the pansies as a border in the flower bed. The tulips grow significantly taller and therefore have to be planted behind the pansies.
In the flower pot, the tulips are planted in the middle and the pansies - on the edge.
Pansies and daffodils make good planting partners
Daffodils also have similar requirements in terms of soil, location and care. They thrive best in partial shade and full sun and prefer nutrient-rich soil with good drainage.
The daffodils grow as tall as the tulips and are arranged similarly in the pot and flower bed. In the country house garden, the daffodils are grouped in groups of five. The pansies are ideal as gap fillers.
Planting pansies: ideas with primroses as planting partners
Primroses and pansies are popular planting partners. They have similar requirements for soil and location. Plant the flowers 25cm apart. Most primroses have a compact growth habit. You can fill the gaps between perennials with gravel to inhibit weed growth.
Plant pansies and alyssum around the garden path
Both the pansy and the alyssum exude a gentle scent and attract butterflies and other pollinating insects to the garden. They are easy to care for and have similar requirements for location and soil. The two plants are low and are perfect asBorder planting for the garden path.
