When to plant Pansy in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Pansy: start seeds indoors around Jan 4–Jan 18; transplant outdoors around Feb 15–Mar 1. Expect to harvest around May 16–May 30.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 4 – Jan 18 |
| Transplant outdoors | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Harvest | May 16 – May 30 |
Tip: Loves cool weather — best in early spring and fall, and overwinters in mild zones.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8b calendar in the tool →