Viola labradorica (alpine violet) — perennial herbaceous

Overview

Viola labradorica is a perennial herbaceous in the genus Viola, part of the Violaceae family. It typically grows around 0.1 m tall. Viola labradorica grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Greenland, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Labrador and Maine.

About

Viola labradorica, commonly known as alpine violet, American dog violet, dog violet or Labrador violet, is a perennial herbaceous flowering plant. It is native to Greenland, eastern Canada, and the eastern United States.

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About the genus

Viola, commonly known as the violets, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Violaceae. It is the largest genus in the family, containing over 680 species. Most species are found in the temperate Northern Hemisphere; however, some are also found in widely divergent areas such as Hawaii, Australasia, and the Andes.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Viola

Sunlight: Full sun, Full shade
Soil type: Sandy, Loamy, Clay
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Viola labradorica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial herbaceous
Height: 0.1 m
Native to: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Greenland, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Labrador, Maine