Violets are a favorite of Vern Nelson, ... It produces leaves like a bird's foot and 1-inch, two-tone violet flowers on long graceful stems. The flowers are visited by butterflies.

If an African violet refuses to bloom, the cause is often insufficient light. An area of your home that receives bright, filtered light is best. An east window, where the plants will get some ...

Later in the season, a plant with spurs on the base of flowers can be found: long spurred violet (Viola selkirkii). Both of these purple violets grow in groups, often with many blooms.

Pick wild violets in the northern woods and use them in these simply stunning spring recipes. These darling flowers can brighten up any dish!