'HEARTSEASE VIOLET' (Viola tricolor)

'Heartsease violet' comes with 100 organically certified seeds. This self-seeding annual requires 60 days to reach maturity. This plant prefers rich, moist soil in the full-sun to part-shade. Sow seed in spring by barely covering, tamping well and keeping evenly moist until germination, which takes about 16 days. Thin or transplant 1 foot apart. 

'Heartease', also known as 'Johnny-jump-up', this annual flower has been used in traditional medicine and for culinary purposes. The flowers make edible candied decoration for confections and a beautifully colored tea.

Add a Champlain Peony Company gift card to make a great gardening gift. 

Self-seeding annual. Does not tolerate hot or dry locations.