Are violets good ground cover?

Violets are notorious for spreading everywhere when they are happy, which may be a good characteristic for a groundcover. Violets have developed numerous ways to spread. Violets spread by underground rhizomes and may form vegetative colonies.

Where is the best place to plant violets?

Are wild violets good?

What plants go well with violets?

Do violets like full sun?

Are violets poisonous to cats?

By the way, African violets are non-toxic to curious cats, dogs, and horses, according to the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants page.

How do you care for an indoor Viola?

Give your pansies or violas a long, deep watering about once a week. Water again whenever you notice that the top inch of soil has dried out. To make sure you don’t deprive your plants of water, check the soil with your finger every two or three days.

Are Johnny jump ups edible?

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.

Is violet edible?

Harvesting wild violet

Leaves are edible but because the leaves are easily confused with other non-edible plants it is important to stick with the sure bet if you are unfamiliar with violets and their look-alikes. Violet flowers can be used to garnish salads or flavor vinegar and syrup.

Do yellow and pink flowers go together?

Pink flowers make terrific partners for blue, white, or yellow bloomers. Some favorite pink flowers include: cosmos, bleeding heart, peony, dianthus, and coneflower.

Do pink and purple flowers go together?

Pink and purple remains a classic cottage garden combination. In this case, the delicate hues and dainty blooms of California poppies and anemone supply no-fuss growth and never-fail good looks.

Are violets toxic to dogs?

With their fuzzy green leaves and stunning year-round flowers, African violets bloom in a range of lavenders, blues, pinks, reds, and white—depending on the variety. Both the plant and flowers are non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them perfect for those looking for a low-maintenance, blooming plant.

Can you eat violets?

Harvesting wild violet

Leaves are edible but because the leaves are easily confused with other non-edible plants it is important to stick with the sure bet if you are unfamiliar with violets and their look-alikes. Violet flowers can be used to garnish salads or flavor vinegar and syrup.

Will Christmas cactus hurt cats?

According to the ASPCA plant database, Christmas cactus is not toxic or poisonous to cats, but insecticides and other chemicals used on the plant may be toxic. In addition, a sensitive cat eating Christmas cactus may suffer an allergic reaction.

Is aloe vera toxic to cats?

Aloe vera is a common household plant, not because of its attraction but because of its health benefits. Aloe juice and pulp can be used to treat a variety of conditions in people, but it is highly toxic to cats.

How do you start viola seeds?

Violas can take a light frost. Sow seeds thinly and evenly in seed starting formula. Cover completely as seeds need darkness to germinate; firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 10-14 days.

Which flowers are edible?

Can Johnny Jump Ups survive frost?

Johnny Jump-Ups can survive through the winter in milder climates, but they need to be covered if snow or frost is in the forecast. The best way to protect them is by providing plenty of mulch to insulate their roots.

Are roses edible?

Roses petals have a very aromatic, floral and slightly sweet flavor. They can be eaten raw, mixed into various fruit or green salads or dried and added to granola or mixed herbs. Fresh rose petals can also be muddled and added to liquid to create rose-infused beverages, jams and jellies.

Which colour is best for pots?

How do I add color to my garden?