Primrose-leaved Violet (Viola primulifolia) is a prolific annual wildflower, perfect for adding charm and function to your garden. With a modest height of just 0.5 feet, it thrives as a groundcover, creating a lush and low-maintenance landscape option. This adaptable plant flourishes in full to partial shade and prefers moist to slightly dry soils, making it well-suited for shaded gardens. It grows beautifully in a variety of soil types, including clay, loam, lime rock, and sand, while tolerating a range of pH levels.
Although it’s not salt-tolerant, the Primrose-leaved Violet readily self-seeds, ensuring its presence year after year with minimal effort. Its lovely flowers are not just decorative but also serve as a vital nectar source, attracting pollinators and supporting the local ecosystem. Whether you're creating a naturalistic garden or filling shady spots, this wildflower is a versatile and eco-friendly choice.
- Annual
- Prolific wildflower
- Height: 0.5 ft.
- Exposure: Full to partial shade
- Moisture Level: Moist to slightly dry
- Soil type: clay, loam, lime rock, sand
- Not salt tolerant
- Propagation: readily self-seeds
- Soil pH: Adaptable
- Can be used as a ground cover
- Native range: North America
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