{"title":"Viola cornuta","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e — horned violet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e is the botanical name for the horned violet, the dainty, weather-hardy little cousin of the pansy that flowers for months on end. It is the species behind our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viola\"\u003eviola\u003c\/a\u003e range within the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowers\"\u003eflower seed\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHistory \u0026amp; origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe horned violet hails from the Pyrenees mountains of Spain and France, where it grows in cool alpine meadows. That mountain heritage gives it real hardiness and a long flowering season in cool conditions, and it is a key parent of many modern viola hybrids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe names are descriptive: \u003cem\u003eViola\u003c\/em\u003e is the classical Latin name for these flowers, while \u003cem\u003ecornuta\u003c\/em\u003e means “horned,” for the slender spur that projects backwards from each bloom like a small horn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA neat, tufted short-lived perennial often grown as a biennial or annual, \u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e carries masses of small, flat-faced flowers with a gentle fragrance in shades of violet, blue, apricot, yellow, cream and white. Compact and tough, it is perfect for edging, the front of a border and pots, making it a charming choice among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/container-friendly-flowers\"\u003econtainer-friendly flowers\u003c\/a\u003e and a happy mat-former among \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ground-cover-flowers\"\u003eground-cover flowers\u003c\/a\u003e; the petals are also edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Viola cornuta from seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow in summer for flowering plants the following spring, or in late winter under cover for the same year — the seed germinates best in cool, dark conditions, so cover it lightly. Grow on in a cool spot and plant out into sun or part shade in moist, fertile soil; deadhead to keep the long display going. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-plant-flowers-from-seed-a-complete-beginner-s-guide\"\u003eflower growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/flower-sowing-calendar\"\u003eflower sowing calendar\u003c\/a\u003e cover the timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to grow violas? Browse the varieties or learn the basics first.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viola\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#66971d;color:#ffffff;padding:12px 22px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eBrowse viola varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-plant-flowers-from-seed-a-complete-beginner-s-guide\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ffffff;color:#3f6312;border:1.5px solid #9cc35f;padding:10.5px 21px;border-radius:8px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eFlower growing guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated categories:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/viola\"\u003eViola\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/container-friendly-flowers\"\u003eContainer Flowers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edible-flowers\"\u003eEdible Flowers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ground-cover-flowers\"\u003eGround-Cover Flowers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowers\"\u003eAll Flower Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt \u003ca href=\"\/\"\u003eSeedsChoice\u003c\/a\u003e, every order ships from Meppel, NL with fast, tracked EU delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"viola-johnny-jump-up-seeds-viola-cornuta","title":"Viola Johnny Jump Up Seeds Viola Cornuta Biennial Flower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViola Johnny Jump Up for colorful borders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eviola johnny jump up seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are a classic choice for adding cheerful, compact color to beds, borders, and containers. This variety is commonly known as horned violet and is offered as a biennial flower seed for extended seasonal interest. Plants stay low and neat, making them suitable as low growing bedding plant seeds where a tidy edge is desired. Botanical name: \u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant habit, height, and garden uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohnny Jump Up viola is valued for its small, abundant blooms and its ability to form a dense, decorative carpet in the right spot. With an approximate height of 20 cm, it fits well at the front of borders, along paths, and in mixed planters. These horned violet seeds are also a good option when you are looking for ground cover flower seeds that keep a refined, compact profile rather than a tall, open habit. The flowers are edible, making them a charming garnish for salads, desserts, and drinks when used as a decorative culinary flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal positioning and product classification details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a biennial type that can be grown for flowering across seasons depending on your garden plan. It is commonly listed under viola cornuta seeds and johnny jump up viola flower seeds, and it is suitable for gardeners who plan early starts under protection or later summer sowing for the following season. If you are searching for viola johnny jump up biennial seeds or viola cornuta groundcover flower seeds for ornamental planting, this selection matches those needs while keeping a compact, border-friendly look.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51729135337809,"sku":"SHA-LUN-051243-0","price":3.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-LUN-051243-0_1_2f802a0d-cace-4c9b-8089-34a1bfee2e49.png?v=1778178156"},{"product_id":"viola-bambini-seeds-viola-cornuta","title":"Viola Bambini Seeds Viola Cornuta Biennial Mixed Flowers","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMixed horned violet blooms for compact borders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eviola bambini seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e bring a cheerful mix of small, colourful flowers to beds, borders, and containers. This Bambini mixed viola selection is valued for its compact, tidy habit and reliable flowering display, making it a popular choice when you want a low-growing accent that fits neatly into smaller spaces. As \u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e, it is commonly known as horned violet and is often used as a decorative edging plant or as a light, flowering ground cover in suitable spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant character, colour mix, and garden uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese dwarf viola flower seeds develop plants that typically reach around 20 cm in height, creating a dense, decorative layer of blooms close to the ground. The mix offers varied flower colours for a lively, natural look in spring flowering viola displays, and it pairs well with other biennial flower seeds for extended seasonal interest. Use in patio pots, window boxes, or along pathways where the compact growth can be appreciated up close. The flowers are also considered edible for culinary decoration, where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLifecycle notes and simple placement guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassed as a biennial, this variety is often grown for flowering across cooler seasons depending on local conditions. For best results, choose a bright position in sun and provide typical garden soil conditions suited to ornamental violas. If you are looking for viola cornuta seeds that suit mixed plantings and compact layouts, this is a versatile option for borders, containers, and ground cover flower seeds in smaller areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51741127541073,"sku":"SHA-LUN-051242-1","price":3.96,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-LUN-051242-1_1_e3f0629f-0858-4678-a014-4d6a4338329d.png?v=1778182832"},{"product_id":"viola-bambini-mixed-seeds-viola-cornuta","title":"Viola Bambini Mixed Seeds Viola Cornuta Biennial Flower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eViola Bambini mix for compact spring color\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eviola bambini mixed seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e are a cheerful flower seed mix selected for compact plants and a long season of color in borders, edging, and containers. This variety is commonly known as horned violet, and the mix brings varied shades that suit classic cottage-style planting as well as modern patio pots. Classified as biennial flower seeds, it can be used to create low growing bedding flowers that knit together neatly and look tidy from early in the season onward. Botanical name: \u003cem\u003eViola cornuta\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant habit, height, and garden placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese plants form a dense, low mound and typically reach around 20 cm in height, making them ideal for front-of-border planting, path edges, and underplanting taller ornamentals. The flowers are small, plentiful, and well suited to mixed displays where you want consistent coverage rather than tall stems. As spring flowering viola, it pairs easily with bulbs and other cool-season favorites, and it also performs well in window boxes and patio containers where compact growth is especially valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal use notes for flexible planning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bambini viola seed mix is often grown either for earlier flowering or as a classic two-year cycle, depending on your garden plan and local conditions. If you are looking for viola cornuta seeds for a coordinated display, this mix is a practical choice for repeating color across multiple beds. For reference only, the source notes include “sow under glass February March” and “seedbed sowing July August”; always adapt timing to your climate and preferred planting schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaphira","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51741953655121,"sku":"SHA-BLO-021192-4","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0860\/2458\/5553\/files\/SHA-BLO-021192-4_1_533c31bb-1b37-4242-9e33-0d46216e3547.png?v=1778186128"}],"url":"https:\/\/seedschoice.be\/collections\/viola-cornuta.oembed","provider":"SeedsChoice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}