Viola conspersa

Plant type

perennial

size

planting zones

6a-10b

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Viola conspersa plant details

Viola conspersa is widely considered to be synonymous with Viola labradorica after compelling arguments made by H. E. Ballard in 1994, and subsequent studies, but this decisions has not been universally accepted. The name is listed separately here for a plant that is horticulturally distinct from other plants typically sold as Viola labradorica, though we acknowledge that it may fall within the range of variation described for that species.

Viola conspersa is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Viola conspersa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: violaceae
Foliage: evergreen green

Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, endangered, fragrant, rare, unique, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Viola conspersa

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and snail / slug, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

To be perfectly honest, I'm not 100 percent sure this is Viola conspersa, but after researching it for a year or so, I feel fairly certain this is correct. It's still open for debate, and if someone out there has a more informed opinion, then please share it. I first found this violet here many springs ago growing in the grass beside our pond. I noticed it right away because it was blue, not lavender, violet, or purple, and there were so few of them. Year after year, I rarely saw more than five or six of them and never a colony. They seemed to be a rarity, so I began collecting the seeds and growing them because, well, that's what I do. I like this violet because it is clearly a beautiful violet. It has a restrained beauty, which is the kind of flower beauty that appeals to me. I personally like to get close to my flowers and examine them, not have them jump out and examine me. Viola conspersa is native to moist meadows, rich woodlands, and original, undisturbed ground. It likes moist conditions and dappled sunlight to light shade. It is considered rare and endangered in some states, so please keep it going.