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Swiss Giants Blend Pansy Seeds
Swiss Giants Blend Pansy Seeds
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This Swiss heirloom is the parent to most of the pansies we see today. Early spring blossoms make a wonderful accent to your spring bulbs. Low, bushy plants are quick to grow and bloom, producing showy, large, velvety flowers. Use the edible petals to garnish soft cheese or baked goods. Reliable perennial in USDA zones 6-10, often grown as an annual. A 1933 All-America Selections winner.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Violaceae
Native: Only in cultivation
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant perennial in USDA zones 6–10; often grown as an annual. Reseeds readily.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Heaviest in cool weather
Plant Dimensions: 6"–9" tall
Variety Info: 2"-2½" flowers in a wide range of colors including blue, purple, yellow, apricot, orange, mahogany, red, white, and bi-colors. Most have "faces" or are blotched.
Attributes: Deer Resistant, Edible Flower, Frost Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. Cold Climates: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, or midsummer for fall and the following spring bloom. Mild Climates: Late summer for cool–season blooms.
When to Start Inside: 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date for early spring planting, and midsummer for fall planting in both mild and cold climates.
Days to Emerge: 7–20 days
Seed Depth: ⅛"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 4"–6"
Thinning: When ½–1" tall, thin to 1 every 4"–6"
Growing Info
Harvesting: For longest vase life, harvest flowers in the morning, just as flower buds begin to open.
- Diana T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsSep 23, 2025Excellent Germination and Seedlings Growing
Planted 2 rounds successively. Most of them made it and are doing well.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningSep 24, 2025Hey Diana T.,
What a fantastic review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that your Swiss Giants Blend Pansy Seeds have shown such excellent germination and that your seedlings are doing so well - that's exactly what we love to hear!
Your smart approach of planting two successive rounds is such a great strategy! It's wonderful that most of them made it through both plantings and are thriving. Swiss Giants are such reliable performers when it comes to germination, and it sounds like you've given them exactly what they need to get off to that strong start.
We love that you're seeing such consistent success across both plantings - that really speaks to both the quality of these seeds and your excellent growing skills! Swiss Giants Blend pansies are going to reward your careful attention with those gorgeous, large blooms in such beautiful color combinations. There's something so special about this blend because you get that wonderful mix of classic pansy faces and colors that really brighten up any garden space.
Your experience with the excellent germination rates will be so encouraging for other gardeners who might be planning their own pansy growing adventures! These Swiss Giants are such showstoppers once they get established, and it sounds like you're well on your way to having an absolutely beautiful display.
Thank you so much for sharing such a positive review about your growing success!
Keep on growing 🌻️
- Dustin L.Rated 5 out of 5 starsOct 27, 20245 Stars
Grown indoors for edible flower sales. Beautiful pastel colors. Easy to grow from seed to harvest.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Professional - Ju-ChenRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 13, 20245 Stars
They were germinated indoors in late February and transplanted into the garden in April. I used regular potting mix to germinate them and found the germination rate was almost 100%. They started blooming around 60 days after transplanted. Very happy with the outcome. However, I have learned that pansies do not provide nectars for beneficial insects. I will go back to grow viola next year.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert - Lorena ..Rated 5 out of 5 starsMay 24, 20245 Stars
Definitely true to the color description, 8 out of 10 germination for me. One of the best flowers for drying!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Leah B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 26, 20245 Stars
I had a great purchasing and shipping experience with Epic Gardening! I accidently entered an old address in the system and they were super quick and polite with helping me get that issue fixed. Additionally, these are the first pansy seeds I have ever gotten to sprout! This purchase of pansy seeds was my very last attempt at starting them and it worked. So happy!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
