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Viola adunca
A low-growing native violet of dry meadows, open woods, and sandy soils across Alberta. Small blue-purple flowers with a white throat and a short backward spur. Among the first violets to bloom each spring. Host plant for native fritillary butterfly caterpillars — planting it is direct support for declining butterfly populations.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Province-wide, Zone 2
Light
Full sun to part shade
Bloom Time
Apr–June
Soil
Well-drained; tolerates sandy and lean soils
Water
Low to moderate
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Seed (cold stratify 60–90 days). Self-seeds readily. Division of mature clumps possible.
