Violas are cool-weather, often fragrant, perennials (often grown as annuals) known for early spring or winter blooming and, per Oreate AI, they symbolize love and admiration. They thrive in full sun to partial shade, requiring moist, well-drained soil, and are ideal for containers, per YouTube. Regular deadheading boosts blooming, and the flowers are edible, adding a sweet, decorative touch to dishes.