Viola tricolor 'Helen Mount' (Violet, Pansy)
380 seeds $3.25
Viola tricolor 'Helen Mount' has small flowers that bloom from spring to fall in shades of purple, lavender and yellow. It makes a nice groundcover , spreading and self-sowing around larger plants in the garden.
Viola 'Helen Mount' reseeds prolifically, but it doesn't interfere with other perennials. It comes up wherever it likes, even in part shade . Viola flowers are edible, which makes them a perfect addition to the herb garden.
Viola tricolor is a host plant for several butterfly species, including Variegated Fritillary, Great Spangled Fritillary, and Gray Hairstreak.
Common names include Wild Pansy, Johnny Jump-Up, and Heartsease. Also known as Viola cornuta 'Helen Mount'. Hardy in zones 4-9.
height 6" spacing 4"
Sowing Viola tricolor 'Helen Mount' Seeds
Start viola seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors 4 weeks before the last frost. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun to part shade.