American field pansy
Also known as
American field pansy, Field pansy and Wild pansy
Taxonomy
Viola rafinesquei
Viola
Violaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for American field pansy

How often to water your American field pansy

every 9
American field pansy needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for American field pansy in your home

a window
American field pansy love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
American field pansy does not tolerate low-light đ«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of American field pansy in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize American field pansy

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your American field pansy after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

American field pansy can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!
Water Needs
American field pansy prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
American field pansy requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đȘ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantâs toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itâs always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
American field pansy doesnât require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
American field pansy does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
American field pansy should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
American field pansy is native to Temperate Northern Hemisphere.
Growth Pattern
American field pansy grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
American field pansy can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for American field pansy
American field pansy
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
