When to plant Pansy in Zone 12a
In Zone 12a, Pansy: start seeds indoors around Oct 23–Nov 6; transplant outdoors around Dec 4–Dec 18. Expect to harvest around Mar 4–Mar 18.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Oct 23 – Nov 6 |
| Transplant outdoors | Dec 4 – Dec 18 |
| Harvest | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
Tip: Loves cool weather — best in early spring and fall, and overwinters in mild zones.
Zone 12a averages a last spring frost around Jan 1 and a first fall frost around Dec 31. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 12a calendar in the tool →