Johnny-Jump-Up
Viola cornuta 'King Henry'
Violaceae
Other names
Viola, Horned Violet, Bedding Pansy
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Cultivated as annual
Biocultural value
It is called love-in-idleness in Shakespear's Midsummer Night's Dream, Act II, scene 1.
Location
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