These rounded, flat-faced Spring flowers look just like a chubby-faced baby, so how could you not love them? AND… Payne’s has plenty of them to share!
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The Pansy is one of the most popular flowers in the garden! Despite their delicate name and appearance, pansies are hardy, disease resistant and do well in cooler climates. Plus, they are low maintenance and easy to grow! The Pansy is a member of the Viola family and is easily recognized. The round flowers have five petals and come in a wide variety of colors ranging from bright pink to pure white. Flowers can a be single solid color, while others have black lines radiating from the center. The most familiar looking Pansies will have a dark center that looks like a “face.” Leaves can be oval or heart-shaped. They grow to be 8-10 inches tall.
- the name Pansy comes from the French word, pensee, which means thought or remembrance
- in the language of flowers, the pansy represents thoughts of lovers
- Pansies are one of the oldest cultivated flowers in history
- the Pansy was particularly popular in the 19th century and was commonly used in “love potions”
- Pansy flowers are edible and have a minty flavor; they can be added to salads and desserts
- yellow and blue pansies seem to have the strongest scent
- the flower can be used as a natural dye
- Pansy petals are often used in potpourri