Wild Flower Seed: Johnny Jump-up(Viola cornuta*)

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Johnny Jump-up

Viola cornuta*


About Johnny Jump-up (Viola cornuta*)
Height:	Under 1 ft.
Flower Color:	Brilliant purple, bright yellow and white
Plant Type:	Perennial. Returns each spring from same roots, forming expanding clump. Blooms second spring from seed.
Flower Type:	Violet-like
Bloom Time:	Early and mid-season
Is this wildflower invasive?	No
Is this wildflower endangered?	No
Is this wildflower edible?	Yes.
Is this wildflower medicinal?	No


What is Johnny Jump-up's native range?
	Indigenous To:	Mtns. Of Spain and France
Where Johnny Jump-up is naturalized or can be grown
	Regions:	All regions of North America.
	Zones:	3-9
	States:
How to grow Johnny Jump-up (Viola cornuta*)
	Soil preference:	Adaptable, but prefers rich soil.
	Sun/Shade:	Full sun to partial shade
	Moisture Requirements:	Tolerates heavy moisture, but must be well-drained.
	Instructions:	Plant Johnny Jump-up seed in spring or fall, and choose a place with rich soil and plenty of moisture, but good drainage. Unlike most wildflowers, this one needs darkness to germinate, so a very thin covering of soil over the seed is recommended. Once established, this species often spreads rapidly, but is always loved, not hated for its spreading habits.