Pansy Flower Growth. There are good reasons for their popularity. This lovely flower is closed related to the violet a wildflower grown in Europe.
Shearing the pansies back when they start to seed will encourage new growth while cutting off any dead flower heads will promote additional blooming. Mature plants are easily available in local garden centers and nurseries. Pansy Flowers will cheer up your containers in early spring and summer.
The botanical name for the garden pansy plant is Viola tricolor.
They will spread about 9 to 12 inches and grow to be about 6 to 9 inches tall. Says Roethling adding that they will need full winter sun and sharp drainage to thrive. If your pansies are scraggly looking cut the plants back significantly to promote new growth. 02032020 Pansies like full or partial sun but need cooler temperatures to thrive.