Viola, Johnny-Jump-Up Heirloom Botanical Interests Seeds

Botanical Name: Viola tricolor

Family: Violaceae

Native: Asia and Europe

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 4“8; often grown as an annual. If grown under optimum conditions, and regular attention given to proper deadheading and pruning, violas will last year after year. Reseeds readily. Very frost tolerant and can even be seen blooming in snow.

Plant Dimensions: 4³“12³ tall and wide

Variety Information: ¾� purple and yellow flowers

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Bloom Period: Bloom heaviest in cool weather

Attributes: Deer Resistant, Edible Flower, Good for Containers

200 mg (~240 seeds)

Botanical Interests Johnny-Jump-Up Viola Seeds

Heirloom

Nothing is as charming as a patch of Johnny-Jump-Ups poking their heads above the snow. Although violas are perennial, they are often grown like annuals because they do not perform well in an extended period of heat. USDA zones 4-8 can reliably plant violas as perennials. Other areas may want to use them as cool-season annuals. Violas will return in all zones by reseeding. Edible flowers are charming on salads and desserts.

200 mg (~240 seeds)