{"product_id":"5-blue-garden-violet-bare-roots-viola-sororia-native-perennial-ground-cover","title":"5 Blue Garden Violet Bare Roots - Viola sororia Native Perennial Ground Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue Garden Violet, botanically known as \u003cem\u003eViola sororia\u003c\/em\u003e, is a charming native perennial that brings early-season color to shade gardens and woodland areas. Its heart-shaped leaves and delicate blue-purple flowers emerge in spring, creating a lovely ground cover that naturalizes over time. This versatile plant is perfect for borders, rock gardens, under trees, or as a low-maintenance lawn alternative in moist, shaded spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a North American native, Blue Garden Violet supports early pollinators and offers a graceful, informal look. It thrives in rich, well-drained soil and spreads gently by rhizomes and self-seeding, gradually forming a dense carpet of foliage and blooms. Whether you're a native plant enthusiast or simply looking for a reliable shade perennial, this violet is an excellent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative perennial ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue-purple flowers in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeart-shaped, glossy green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads by rhizomes and self-seeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts early pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eViola sororia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial to full shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained, rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-growing, spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant bare roots in early spring or fall when soil is workable. Choose a location with partial to full shade and well-drained soil enriched with compost. Dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots, place the crown just below the soil surface, and backfill gently. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the area consistently moist until new growth appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Blue Garden Violet requires minimal care. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid covering the crown. Water during dry spells, especially in the first growing season. These violets spread readily; divide clumps every few years if they become overcrowded. They are generally pest-free and deer-resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e5 Blue Garden Violet bare roots (\u003cem\u003eViola sororia\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862001189174,"sku":"FSG-004","price":63.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8099713452_exrd.jpg?v=1793267472","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/5-blue-garden-violet-bare-roots-viola-sororia-native-perennial-ground-cover","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}