Johnny-Jump-Up

Viola cornuta 'King Henry' Violaceae

Other names

Viola, Horned Violet, Bedding Pansy

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Biocultural value

It is called love-in-idleness in Shakespear's Midsummer Night's Dream, Act II, scene 1.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Richters

Description

Edible flowers have a wintergreen overtone. Use in soups, fruit and potato salads, ravioli, desserts, and as a garnish. Showy purple color.

USDA Hardiness Zone

6

Special characteristics

food