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Pansy and Violet Coloring Pages
Pansies and violets, with their whimsical faces and radiant array of colors, beckon you to an enchanting journey through our coloring pages, inviting you to unleash your creativity and bring their charming petals to life with vibrant hues.
Pansies and violets are related but not the same. Both belong to the Violaceae family, but pansies are a hybridized form of some species within the genus Viola, including Viola tricolor, and have been selectively bred for their large, colorful flowers. Violets, on the other hand, refer to many species within the same genus and are typically characterized by their smaller, often blue or purple flowers, and their heart-shaped leaves.
About Pansies:
Pansies are like little treasures in the garden, with their bright, happy "faces" that look like they're smiling at the sun. These special flowers come in lots of different colors, like purple, yellow, orange, and even white, and they have a special shape that makes them look like they have hearts for petals!
Pansies are part of a big flower family that includes their cousins, the violets. They're pretty tough little flowers, which means they can bloom when it's a bit cool outside, making gardens look cheerful in spring and fall.
People have loved pansies for a long time because they're not just pretty; they also have a way of making people think of love and happy thoughts. The word "pansy" comes from an old French word that means "to think," and sometimes people call them "heartsease" because they bring peace to the heart.
Long ago, pansies were a secret code for lovers to share their feelings, and some people thought they had special powers to heal. While we might not use them for magic potions, pansies can still be a yummy and colorful addition to salads or as decorations on cakes!
Pansies aren't just fun to look at; they're also a favorite for gardeners, both big and small, because they're easy to grow and keep the garden looking bright. So, when we color in pansy pictures, we can use all our favorite colors to make these friendly little flowers come to life on the page.