When to plant Pansy in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Pansy: start seeds indoors around Jan 11–Jan 25; transplant outdoors around Feb 22–Mar 8. Expect to harvest around May 23–Jun 6.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 11 – Jan 25 |
| Transplant outdoors | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Harvest | May 23 – Jun 6 |
Tip: Loves cool weather — best in early spring and fall, and overwinters in mild zones.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →