Viola labradorica (alpine violet) — Bushy, Clump forming, Matforming

Overview

Viola labradorica is a bushy, clump forming, matforming perennial herbaceous in the genus Viola, part of the Violaceae family, with evergreen, semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.1 m tall. Viola labradorica grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, rock garden, bedding, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs. 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 pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Viola labradorica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial herbaceous
Habit: Bushy, Clump forming, Matforming
Foliage: Evergreen, Semi evergreen
Height: 0.1 m
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Bedding, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Native to: Alabama, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Greenland, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Labrador, Maine

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Viola labradorica

Propagation: Softwood tip cuttings in spring or late summer, Seed sown in late winter or early spring, Division in spring or autumn
Pest resistance: Slugs, Snails, Aphids, Red spider mites, Violet leaf midges, Glasshouse red spider mite, Violet gall midge
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews, Pansy leaf spot, Pansy downy mildew, A virus, A rust

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Viola labradorica?

Viola labradorica prefers full sun and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Viola labradorica need?

Viola labradorica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.