Common Blue Violet
Herbaceous perennial growing 10-15 cm tall. Features heart-shaped leaves and violet-blue (sometimes white) flowers blooming in spring. Spreads readily by seeds and rhizomes to form groundcover. Adaptable
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: Purple to Blue (sometimes White)
Bloom Time: Spring
Sun Requirements: Shade to Part-Sun
Moisture: Moist-Drained
Phenology: Semi-evergreen. New growth emerges April. Purple flowers appear May. Seeds mature and disperse June-July. Foliage often persists through winter.
Wildlife Value: Host plant for fritillary butterflies; seeds dispersed by ants; provides ground cover for small wildlife
Habit Over Time: Creates expanding patches through both rhizomes and prolific self-seeding. While it can spread enthusiastically in optimal conditions, its low stature prevents it from overwhelming taller neighbors. The heart-shaped leaves form an effective groundcover that allows spring ephemerals to grow through.
Height: Short (4-8 inches)