Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nova Scotia, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Prince Edward I., Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nova Scotia, Ohio, Oklahoma, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Prince Edward I., Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
Native
Introduced
Viola sororia, commonly known as Common Blue Violet or Butterfly Violet, is a stemless herbaceous perennial plant is native to eastern North America. It's even the state flower of Wisconsin, Illinois, Rhode Island, and New Jersey! This versatile plant is often found in lawns and gardens but beware, it can become a weed. Beyond its ornamental use, the flowers and leaves are edible and have been historically used for medicinal purposes, such as treating colds, headaches, coughs, sore throats, and constipation. Viola sororia grows up to 4 inches and is hardy to zone 4, making it perfect for gardens in many areas. It thrives in well-drained, moist soil and can grow in semi-shade or no shade, making it easy to incorporate into your garden design.
