Common Blue Violet

Common Blue Violet

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Delicate purple-blue flowers appear in spring above heart-shaped leaves, serving as the essential larval host for Fritillary butterflies. This resilient native groundcover fills gaps in the garden and supports early-season pollinators.

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Size at Maturity

Height 4"- 6" Spread 6"- 8"

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Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8

Lowest Temperatures -40°F to -30°F

Light Requirements

Part shade to full shade - less than 6 hours direct sunlight per day

Native Range

Native to all US states except AZ, NV, OR, WA

Special Conditions

  • Deer Resistant

Seasons of Interest

  • Spring

How to Plant

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Planting and Care Guide

Planting Tips

Plant in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Space 6–8 inches apart. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch lightly.

Care Tips

Water consistently after planting; once established it is quite adaptable. Common blue violet spreads readily by self-seeding and rhizomes to form naturalistic groundcover drifts- allow to naturalize in informal areas or remove seedlings and runners to control spread in more formal settings. The small, classic violet-blue flowers in spring are charming, and the plant is the host for several native fritillary butterfly species. Largely pest-free. An excellent native groundcover for shaded woodland and naturalistic garden settings.

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