When to plant pansies on the balcony? Before you put them outside, remember one thing

is a beautiful decoration of balconies, so it is not surprising that they are very popular among gardeners. March is the perfect time to pay attention to them. It is also worth learning how to prolong the flowering of plants and a trick thanks to which they will not be damaged by changing weather conditions. Where to start?

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When to plant pansies on the balcony? Do it when it’s warm outside

You can start planting pansies already in , if it is getting warmer outside. Importantly, slight frosts should not harm them. Flowers bought in a flower shop may need to be tempered, therefore it is worth to put them on the balcony in a sheltered place for a few daysand only then transplant into pots and boxes. Flowers do not have high soil requirements. Although they like fertile, humus-rich soil, a universal substrate or those intended for balcony plants will also work.

Not everyone knows that the flowering of pansies can be prolonged by using fertilizers containing phosphorus and potassium. Thanks to this, they will enjoy the eyes of both us and passers-by for much longer. Fading flowers should also be removed regularly.

Pansies. When to plant them at home? Try the egg box trick

Although still few people decide to do so, sowing pansies can also be carried out at home, but the optimal date is only June and July. The decoration does not have to be only on the balcony or in the garden, because it will also work great on the windowsill – and, most importantly, it will not experience damage caused by changing weather conditions. A simple cardboard egg box will be useful for sowing. Be careful not to overdo it with the amount of seeds – one per chamber will be enough. When they emerge (after two or three weeks), give them more space and transplant them into pots or containers. Then you can also take them to the balcony. Water the plants regularly and keep the soil constantly moist. However, it should not be too wet, as this could harm them. When watering, make sure that the water does not come into contact with the leaves, which are often susceptible to diseases.