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    Viola canadensis

    Also Known As

    • Canadian White Violet

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 6"-18"

    planting zones

    • 3a-8b

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    Viola canadensis plant details

    Viola canadensis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola canadensis

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: violaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: fragrant, long-blooming, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola canadensis

    USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Viola canadensis is native to Alaska, Canada, and the rich woodlands and river banks of the lower 48 states of the United States. Although it is native, I personally have never seen it in the wild, but I wouldn't object to it. It is often called "Tall White Violet," as it can grow to 14 inches. The flower is white with a yellow center and central violet veining, with a purple tinge on the backs of the flowers. The flowers are solitary, but more than one flowering stem may rise that will flower at the same time. I have read that it reseeds heavily, but I have been growing it for a few years now and have yet to see a seed pod or a seed. I wouldn't object to that either.

    By: Violetsblew

    Probably my favorite native Viola. It's a tall grower, 12-18" and prefers moist shade, but can take a little sun. From the axils of its deep green, cordate foliage come slightly fragrant, white flowers with a yellow splotch and deep purple veining late Spring through early Summer.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    Gardening facts about Viola canadensis plant

    How to Grow Viola canadensis

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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