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When to plant Pansy in Logan County, AR

Logan County's climate puts the Pansy spring window between March 18 and April 1. most warm-season crops establish quickly once soil holds above 60°F. A second sowing from August 22 to September 5 extends the harvest into fall.

When to Plant Pansy in Logan 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.

Logan County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is April 1 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 213 days.

At an elevation of 695 feet, Logan County receives approximately 46 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Pansy during the growing season.

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Logan County, AR (Zone 8a) Long season
213 days
Last Spring Frost April 1
213 growing days
First Fall Frost October 31

Logan County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Pansy Planting Timeline — Logan County, AR

Pansy Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 21 Jan 21 – Feb 4
Transplant Outdoors March 18 Mar 18 – Apr 1
Bloom May 13 May 13 – Aug 19
Fall Sowing August 22 Aug 22 – Sep 5

Plant 0.3" deep · 7" apart · Rows 10" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January Start Indoors
February Start Indoors
March Transplant Outdoors
April Transplant Outdoors
May Bloom
June Bloom
July Bloom
August Fall Sowing 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 8a

📆 Growing Season

213 days in Logan County

Growing Tips for Logan 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 Logan County, AR?

Logan County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of April 1. Plan your Pansy planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Logan County, AR?

Logan County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is April 1 and first fall frost is October 31.

When should I plant Pansy in Logan County, AR?

In Logan County, AR, plant Pansy after the last frost (around April 1) and before the first frost (around October 31). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Logan County, AR for Pansy?

Logan County sits in USDA Zone 8a. Pansy grows reliably in zones 3a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Pansy grow in Logan County's climate?

Yes — Pansy grows well in Logan County's temperate climate. Logan County averages a 213-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 1 and first frost around October 31.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Logan County, AR. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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