Plants in family violaceae
Viola cornuta
Viola cornuta 'King Henry' is a low-growing, clump-forming perennial native to the Pyrenees and northern Spain. It features delicate pale violet flowers with five strap-shaped petals and a slender spur, blooming in early summer. This plant is ideal for spring bulb cover and fall color, with edible petals suitable for garnishing. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-11 and is known for its mid-green ovate leaves with rounded teeth.
Viola cornuta 'Back To Black'
Viola cornuta 'Back To Black' is a perennial with deep purple 3/4-inch flowers that bloom in the cool weather of spring and fall. Ideal for covering spring bulbs, this deer-resistant plant can also bloom through winter in mild climates.
Viola corsica
The Viola corsica is an heirloom viola native to the Mediterranean islands of Corsica, Sardinia, and Tuscany. It features bright blue-purple flowers about 1 inch in size and has edible petals. This plant reseeds readily and is tolerant of heat and drought, making it a resilient addition to gardens. It was a 2003 Plant Select Winner.
Viola 'Cool Summer Breeze'
Viola 'Cool Summer Breeze' is a charming perennial known for its ability to bloom in cooler weather, often extending its flowering period with afternoon shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9 but is frequently grown as an annual. This plant is deer resistant and can reseed itself, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. Its delicate flowers add a splash of color to gardens during the cooler months, and it thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture.
Viola pedata
Viola pedata, a native violet of North America, is recognized for its birdfoot-like leaves and purple flowers. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soils with full to partial sun. This plant is challenging to cultivate in typical garden soils but is valued for its spring and early summer blooms.
Viola tricolor
Viola tricolor, commonly known as wild pansy, is a perennial often grown as an annual, native to Europe and introduced to North America. It features edible flowers in shades of purple, blue, yellow, or white and is known for its ability to reseed. This plant has a rich history in traditional medicine and modern research, showing potential for various health benefits. It grows up to 6 inches tall and prefers partial shade.
Viola pedata 'Eco Artist Palette'
Viola pedata 'Eco Artist Palette' is a small clump-forming plant with finely dissected leaves resembling bird's feet. It produces pansy-like flowers with two dark blue-purple upper petals and three near-white lower petals. This plant is edible and has been used to treat coughs and colds. It thrives in sunny, well-drained rock gardens.
Viola pedata 'Blue Bibb'
Viola pedata 'Blue Bibb' is a vigorous plant known for its huge flowers and long flowering period. It forms a dense, cutleaf evergreen rosette and prefers rocky, well-drained soil in part sun. This plant is ideal for creating a 10-inch wide clump and is a great addition to rock gardens or as a filler in various garden designs.
Viola 'Starry Night'
Viola 'Starry Night' is a cold-hardy groundcover with pale lavender petals and a yellow center. It blooms throughout the summer in cooler climates and reblooms in fall in warmer areas. This plant attracts bees and butterflies and requires consistently moist soil.
Viola 'Heartthrob'
Viola 'Heartthrob' is a deer-resistant plant with lavender flowers in early spring and heart-shaped leaves with burgundy splashes. It spreads slowly and prefers to dry out slightly between waterings.