How many seeds are in the packet?
15 Seeds+.
A rainbow in bloom, Sorbet Formula Mix F1 Viola bursts with compact, cheerful flowers in a wide spectrum of colors â from golden yellow and deep purple to lavender, rose, and white. Uniform, hardy, and weather-tolerant, these violas thrive in...
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EDIBLE FLOWERS · FROM GARDEN TO PLATE
Sorbet Formula Mix F1 Viola Cornuta SeedsViola cornuta
A rainbow in bloom, Sorbet Formula Mix F1 Viola bursts with compact, cheerful flowers in a wide spectrum of colors â from golden yellow and deep purple to lavender, rose, and white. Uniform, hardy, and weather-tolerant, these violas thrive in cool seasons and produce a steady supply of edible blossoms perfect for garnishing, baking, and cocktails. Compact yet floriferous, this series is a favorite for both chefs and gardeners.
Packet: 15 Seeds+
In the kitchen
- Scatter blooms on salads for a colorful, gourmet finish
- Decorate cakes, pastries & cookies with jewel-toned flowers
- Float blossoms in cocktails, champagne, or ice cubes for instant wow factor
- Pair with chocolate desserts for vibrant contrast
- Infuse into syrups, jellies, or teas for delicate floral notes
In the garden
- Compact mounds, approximately 15â20 cm (6â8 in), with mixed flower colours.
- Sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
- Cool-season flowering; summer heat can reduce the display.
Flavor Profile
Mildly sweet, green & fresh, with light wintergreen undertones.
Serving idea
Sorbet Formula Mix F1 is the chefâs color wheel in bloom. With dozens of edible flowers in every shade, itâs perfect for plating artistry, pastry decoration, and mixology. Hardy, prolific, and uniform, this viola delivers consistent beauty and subtle flavor from garden to kitchen.
At a glance
- Latin Name
- Viola cornuta (âSorbet Formula Mix F1â)
- Habit
- Annual/biennial, compact 6â8â tall
- Flavor
- Mildly sweet, green, wintergreen-like
- Culinary Uses
- Salads, cakes, cocktails, teas, desserts
- Special Use
- Large color range, uniform blooms for plating consistency
Explore the kitchen garden
Common questions
Am I buying seeds or harvested flowers?
This listing is for seeds to grow, not ready-to-use flowers.
Which flowers should I use in the kitchen?
Use only correctly identified flowers grown for food, and follow the kitchen notes above for this variety.
Cook your harvest
Use your harvest in these recipes. Check the variety notes and substitutions in each recipe.
Follow the growing notes in the description and on your seed packet. Sowing time, temperature and harvest stage depend on the variety.
See the description for this varietyâs kitchen uses and the harvest stage that suits your recipe.
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