Also known as Banewort · European Wild Pansy · Field Pansy
Viola tricolor, the Wild Pansy, is a charming European native with small, three-colored flowers. It's a hardy annual or short-lived perennial that self-seeds readily.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun with afternoon shade in warmer climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 10-20°C. Can tolerate light frost.
Light
25% intensity
Feed every 4-6 weeks during growth with diluted liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry to the touch. Overwatering can lead to root rot, while prolonged dryness will stress the plant and reduce flowering.
Aim for even moisture throughout the growing season.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding if unwanted. Lightly trim back leggy stems in mid-summer to promote bushier growth and a more compact form.
This encourages new flower production.
Easily propagated from seeds sown directly outdoors in early spring or autumn, or started indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Cuttings can also be taken from healthy plants in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist soil.
Annuals typically do not require repotting. Perennial types may benefit from division and repotting every 2-3 years in spring or autumn to refresh the soil and prevent overcrowding. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Wild Pansy (Viola tricolor) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Violaceae |
| Genus | Viola |
| Species | Viola tricolor |
Similar in genus Viola
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