Flower Library
Pansies
Viola tricolor · Violaceae
Pansies are classic spring and autumn planting — almost always potted, rarely cut. In floristry their role is in grave plantings and balcony plantings.
- Season
- March – April – May – September – October
- Vase life
- 3–5 days
- Latin name
- Viola tricolor
- Colors
- Purple, Yellow, Orange, White, Burgundy, Bicolour
Season March–May and September–November. Frost-hardy to about -5°C. One of the few plants that bloom outdoors in Düsseldorf until November.
As cut flowers short-lived (3–5 days), stems are thin and break easily. In pots 2–3 months.
Classic in spring and autumn grave plantings — bring colour without constant care. We also deliver grave plantings with pansies as seasonal service.
Is Pansies toxic to children and pets?
- Children
- Non-toxic
- Cats
- Non-toxic
- Dogs
- Non-toxic
Non-toxic to cats and dogs. The blooms are even edible — one of the few genuinely pet-safe seasonal plants.
Overview: toxic & non-toxic plants for cats, dogs and children
Care
- 01Potted: bright, cool, moderate watering.
- 02Remove spent blooms regularly — new buds follow.
- 03Frost-hardy — okay even at -5°C.
- 04Summer break: pansies tolerate summer heat poorly, often die back in July.
Frequently asked
- Why are they called Stiefmütterchen?
- German legend: the largest petal is the stepmother, beside her two daughters, above the neglected stepdaughter and stepson. Very German-melancholic.
- Are pansies edible?
- Yes — blooms are edible and used as decoration on salads. Better avoid stem and leaves.
- How long do pansies last?
- In pots they bloom for 2–3 months if you regularly remove spent flowers. As cut flowers they are short-lived at 3–5 days because the thin stems bend quickly — which is why we almost always use them potted.
- Are pansies toxic to cats or dogs?
- No. Pansies (Viola tricolor) are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs — the blooms are even edible. That makes them one of the few genuinely pet-safe seasonal plantings for balcony and bed.