Food Forest Plants
Food Forest Plants
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$5.95
14 in stock
Native violet is a super cute, spreading groundcover for moist, sheltered spots. Its height varies with growing conditions; mine is about 5 cm high. Native violet is a perfect plant for miniature gardens, edible fairy gardens or between stepping stones and along pathways. It spreads quite happily, but I don’t find it to be weedy.
Native violet is more of a delicate garnish than a productive edible green. The flowers have a pleasant, mild taste and are lovely scattered over salads, desserts or cakes, where they add a little colour and a subtle floral note. The leaves are edible too, but their flavour is fairly unremarkable.
While Viola odorata, or sweet violet, was widely used in herbal medicine, the native violet has a much less documented medicinal history. This is unfortunate because our native violet seems to be easier to establish in warmer climates than the sweet violet.
Best in part shade to full shade, in moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially in hot weather. Makes a good groundcover between stepping stones and tolerates light (!) foot traffic.
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.
Native violet is a super cute, spreading groundcover for moist, sheltered spots. Its height varies with growing conditions; mine is about 5 cm high. Native violet is a perfect plant for miniature gardens, edible fairy gardens or between stepping stones and along pathways. It spreads quite happily, but I don’t find it to be weedy.
Native violet is more of a delicate garnish than a productive edible green. The flowers have a pleasant, mild taste and are lovely scattered over salads, desserts or cakes, where they add a little colour and a subtle floral note. The leaves are edible too, but their flavour is fairly unremarkable.
While Viola odorata, or sweet violet, was widely used in herbal medicine, the native violet has a much less documented medicinal history. This is unfortunate because our native violet seems to be easier to establish in warmer climates than the sweet violet.
Best in part shade to full shade, in moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially in hot weather. Makes a good groundcover between stepping stones and tolerates light (!) foot traffic.
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.