Viola species (Violet or Pansy)
A large family (500 species) that is best known for the old-fashioned violets of the Victorian period. Low growing plants best suited to the front of a border or edging a walkway. Plant in full sun to partial shade, in well-drained soil and water twice-a-week.
- Cornuta (Tufted Violet) — 4-12 in. tall by 12 in. wide; various colors; shear after first bloom for fall rebloom
- Tricolor (Johnny-Jump-Up) — 6 in. tall by 6 in. wide; purple, white or yellow flowers from May-September; will seed itself about the garden readily
- Category: Perennial
- Water Use: Moderate
- Sun Exposure: Part Shade
- Height x Spread: N/A
- Native: No
- Color: Variety
- Bees: Yes
- Birds: No
- Butterflies: No
- Cut Flower: No
- Utility Tree: No
- Extra Maintenance: No
- Soil: N/A
- Fall Color: No
- Bloom Time: Spring