Pansies
Pansy
Viola wittrockiana
Size: 6 - 9 inches tall and up to 12 inches
Lighting requirements: Full to part sun
Seasonal interest: Spring, fall, and winter blooms
Winter: Can survive single digit temperatures and keep on blooming
I've noticed that Pansies are heavy feeders and benefit from some pinching back. It's almost a must to deadhead these guys to keep them happy and blooming.
The flowers are edible and so pretty on desserts or in salads. Unfortunately, the deer know they are edible, too.