How to Grow and Care for Johnny jump up

Johnny jump up, also known as Heartsease, Wild pansy, Love-in-idleness, Tickle-my-fancy, Three faces in a hood, Trinity flower, Pansy

Johnny jump up is known for its hardiness and ease of care. Key care requirements include ensuring well-draining soil and providing regular watering, although johnny jump up is drought-tolerant once established. Special care points involve deadheading spent flowers to promote continuous blooming and protecting johnny jump up from slugs, which are common pests attracted to the plant. Johnny jump up thrives in both sunny and partially shaded environments, making it versatile for different garden locations.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Johnny jump up

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual, Perennial, Biennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	2-10

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Johnny jump up stands out with its distinctive tricolored flowers, which serve as a key marker for identification. Typically, johnny jump up reaches a size ranging between 3 to 10 inches (7.5 to 25 cm) in height and spreads approximately 3 to 12 inches (7.5 to 30.5 cm) in width. This variable stature allows johnny jump up to flourish in a wide array of habitats, from rocky terrains to domestic gardens. The foliage of johnny jump up is modest, providing a subtle backdrop to the vivid blossoms that bloom in an array of colors.