Sweet Violet
Viola odorata 'Royal Robe'
Violaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Perennial
Biocultural value
Delicately flavored flowers are eaten fresh in salads, added to drinks, crystalized , or made into violet syrup. Leaves are added to salads.
Location
Source of plant
Bluestone Perennials
Description
Deep violet, fragrant flowers are borne on 6" stems in May and again in October.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
fragrance, food