Bird's Foot Violet (Viola pedata)
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Deciduous Perennial (usually grown as an annual near you) in the Violaceae Family | |
Teaser | Purple violet flowers over deeply incised foliage. |
Viola pedata, commonly known as Bird's-foot Violet, is a charming, native perennial. This low-growing plant typically reaches 3-6 inches in height, with deeply lobed, fern-like leaves that form a delicate, rosette-like appearance. In early spring, Viola pedata produces an abundance of vibrant, purple-blue flowers with a distinctive, bird's-foot-like shape. These captivating blooms rise just above the foliage, creating a stunning display that attracts pollinators and hummingbirds. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, Bird's-foot Violet prefers well-drained, acidic soil, making it an ideal choice for rock gardens, native plant beds, and wildflower meadows. Its compact, spreading growth habit also makes it a lovely option for ground cover and edging. With its unique foliage and beautiful flowers, Viola pedata adds a touch of natural beauty and charm to any garden. |
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ProsLow-growers, great for containers and borders Cool-season blooms |
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ConsDon’t do well in hot weather or drought Don’t do well in shade |
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Plant Data | |
Mature Size | 3 - 6 inches tall. 6 - 8 inches wide. |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance | Dry - Medium: Moist to dry. |
Zones | 4a - 8b (Usually hardy to -30° F) |
Tags | Annual in Chicago, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Dry, Filler, Formal Garden, Fragrant Flowers, Full Sun, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Cottage Garden, Low Maintenance, Medium, Normal Soil, Perennial, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil |
Bloom Period | March to May |
Flower Color | Purple-Blue
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We try very hard to source exactly what you’d like, but sometimes growers run out of plants! While this variety is a great deal at the price shown, we know that it has limited availability. If you want the plant even if it might be more expensive, or in a different size or quantity -- after you place your order, just send us a quick note at help@northshoreplantclub.com. Then, we’ll try to get you some version of this from one of our growers. And if we can’t get it from anywhere, of course, we’ll send a refund!
Plants which are well-adapted to our local climate are most often field-grown (outside). Field-grown plants are generally cheaper and have the advantage of already somewhat acclimated to our cold winters, but that means they’re not artificially far along in the spring and tend to bloom at the normal time in our area.
Spring annuals and tender perennials are typically grown in Greenhouses so they can be ready and luxurious exactly when customers want them. Some perennials are also “forced” into early bloom in greenhouses. In May, there can be a very big difference between field-grown and greenhouse-grown plants of the same type. The latter typically look good right away (so they’re a great choice where that’s important), but we typically pay a premium for it.
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