Hudson Valley Seed Co.
Pansy Mix Seedlings
Viola wittrockiana
Certified Organic
Although the word “pansy” has its origins in the French pensee, meaning “thought,” the word became a slur directed toward gay, effeminate, or gender-nonconforming men. Artist Paul Harfleet’s Pansy Project, which ceremoniously sets pansies into the earth at spots where homophobic abuse has occurred, reckons with both senses of the word. Hardy plants that can bloom through the snow, pansies intrinsically embody the resilience and fortitude at the core of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Growing instructions
Pansies should be weeded and watered regularly. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming, or leave a few for the plants to self sow.
Product Details
| Days to Maturity | 85 days |
|---|---|
| Width at Maturity | 8" |
| Height at Maturity | 10" |
| Sun Conditions | Full Sun (8+ Hours Sun) |
| Row Spacing | 12" |
| Plant Spacing | 6" |
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About the artist
Artwork by Paul Harfleet. In this digital illustration, the pansy takes its rightful place among many symbols representing the strength of the LGBTQIA+ community: a pride flag, a trans pride flag, a pink triangle, and a red ribbon.
