When to plant Pansy in Drew County, AR
For Pansy in Drew County, the safe spring window opens around February 25 and closes around March 11. Last expected frost is March 18, first fall frost November 10, giving a 237-day growing season. A second sowing from September 1 to September 15 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Pansy in Drew County, AR
Pansies (Viola × wittrockiana) are beloved cool-season annuals offering some of the widest color range in the annual garden. Their cheerful "faces" appear in early spring — or even late winter in mild climates — and hold up remarkably well through frosts. Heat causes them to go leggy and stop blooming; replace with warm-season annuals once daytime temps exceed 70°F.
Drew County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 18 and the first fall frost is November 10, giving you a growing season of approximately 237 days.
At an elevation of 1,158 feet, Drew County receives approximately 54.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Pansy during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Pansy root diseases.
Drew County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Pansy Planting Timeline — Drew County, AR
Pansy Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | January 7 | Jan 7 – Jan 21 |
| Transplant Outdoors | February 25 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Bloom | April 22 | Apr 22 – Aug 12 |
| Fall Sowing | September 1 | Sep 1 – Sep 15 |
Plant 0.3" deep · 7" apart · Rows 10" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Start Indoors |
| February | Transplant Outdoors |
| March | Transplant Outdoors |
| April | Bloom |
| May | Bloom |
| June | Bloom |
| July | Bloom |
| August | Bloom |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
70–90 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 5.4–6.2 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 8b
📆 Growing Season
237 days in Drew County
Growing Tips for Drew County
Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost for spring transplants. In zones 6+, fall planting (8-10 weeks before first frost) gives overwintering plants that bloom earliest in spring. Plant in full sun in cool weather; afternoon shade helps extend bloom in zones 7-8. Deadhead to prevent premature seed set. Shear back by one-third when plants go leggy to extend the season.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pansy in Drew County, AR?
Drew County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 18. Plan your Pansy planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Drew County, AR?
Drew County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 18 and first fall frost is November 10.
When should I plant Pansy in Drew County, AR?
In Drew County, AR, plant Pansy after the last frost (around March 18) and before the first frost (around November 10). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Drew County, AR for Pansy?
Drew County sits in USDA Zone 8b. Pansy grows reliably in zones 3a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Pansy grow in Drew County's climate?
Yes — Pansy grows well in Drew County's temperate climate. Drew County averages a 237-day frost-free season, with last frost around March 18 and first frost around November 10.
Your Drew County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Drew County (Zone 8b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.