Pretty and Delicious: 8 Fun Edible Flowers to Plant With Kids
Violas (a.k.a. Johnny jump ups)
Why: Violas are not only adorable self-sowers, but most varieties are edible. Dress up a salad or garnish an omelet or soup with its petals.
When and where: Viola seeds can be direct-sown outdoors throughout March. The seeds can take up to two weeks to germinate, so be sure to keep the seed bed moist. (Buy viola seeds.)
