Different Kinds of Pansies

Award Winners

• The Majestic Giant is the largest and most popular class of pansy and was the first to win the All American Selection Award. Varieties in this series come in blue, purple, red, yellow and white.

Clear Varieties

• The Crystal Bowl series of pansy comes in solid colors (yellow, blue, orange, violet and scarlet) that lack a "face," the characteristic pansy markings said to resemble a human face.

Large Varieties

• Large pansies (flowers that are 3 to 4 inches across) include the Accord, Lyric, Medallion and Swiss Giant series.

Antique Varieties

• Pansies in the Imperial Antique series are a soft blend of colors that change during the life of the flower.

Other Varieties

• The Joker series pansies are eye-catching hybrids that are velvety purple with a striking orange face.