Quick Info
Feb – April
Aug – Sept.
Full sun
1/4 inch
1 inch
14 – 21 days
Heirloom Edible Flowers
Grandma’s Johnny Jump Ups
Grandma’s Johnny Jump Ups
(Viola tricolor)
Quick Info
Feb – April
Aug – Sept.
Full sun
1/4 inch
1 inch
14 – 21 days
Also known as Heart’s Ease, these dainty little flowers look like jaunty miniature pansies with pretty flower faces of deep violet, mauve, yellow and white. Johnny Jump Ups are both weather tolerant and long blooming and are good container and edging plants and are lovely planted in spring bulb beds. Johnny Jump Ups blossoms are edible with a mild wintergreen flavor and make tasty garnishes and decorations. These sweet flowers self sow readily and will enhance every garden.
Seed Count: Approx. 1350 / Weight: 750 mg
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Quick Info
Feb – April
Aug – Sept.
Full sun
1/4 inch
1 inch
14 – 21 days
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS
PERENNIAL GROWN AS ANNUAL
Spring bloom
Can handle frost
BEST TO PLANT DIRECTLY IN THE GARDEN
In Mild Winter Climates, sow seeds in fall and they will form deep roots over winter for a long spring bloom.
In Cold Winter Areas, sow in spring as soon as soil can be worked.
Violas can handle light frosts and bloom best when they get a good start in cool spring weather. Sow seeds 1 inch apart in well-drained soil in full sun. Cover 1/4 inch deep, firm soil and keep seed bed moist. Be patient; germination takes 14 to 21 days. When large enough to handle, thin or transplant seedlings to 4 to 5 inches apart.
To Start Early Indoors: Sow seeds 1 inch apart in seed starting mix, 8 to 10 weeks before last frost. Cover 1/4 inch deep, keep moist & provide a good light source until ready to plant outside when weather warms up. Transplant 4 to 5 inches apart when large enough to handle.