How to propagate pansy

1. Seed propagation

Select well-developed seeds and sow them in well-drained soil with a medium pH of 5.5-5.8, covered with a thin layer of coarse vermiculite or medium sand, about 1-2 cm thick. After sowing, maintain the medium temperature at 18-22℃ and provide shading. Seedlings will emerge in 5-7 days, during which time the soil medium must be kept moist.

2. Cutting propagation

Choose strong branches with good growth, do not choose flowering branches. The length should be 8-15cm. Before cutting, make a small hole in the soil to prevent the branches from being broken. Cuttings are generally taken in summer or autumn. They will take root after 2-3 weeks and can then be maintained normally.

3. Division propagation

After flowering, division propagation is carried out. Cut off the side branches with adventitious roots or the new branches with roots that sprout from the rhizomes. The length should be 10-15cm. Dig holes in the soil, plant the rooted branches of the division into the soil, and let them grow slowly in semi-shade. After 1-2 weeks, move the plants to a well-lit place and maintain them normally.