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Viola palustris
A delicate wet-habitat violet forming small patches in boreal fens, seeps, and wet meadows across Alberta. Pale lilac-blue flowers veined with purple, on thread-thin stems above round heart-shaped leaves. Easily overlooked but reliable indicator of clean, undisturbed wetland.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Boreal wetlands & fens, Zone 1
Light
Part shade
Bloom Time
May–July
Soil
Wet, boggy, acidic peat
Water
High; saturated
Pet Safe— Generally considered safe around pets.
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Division of rooted runners is easiest. Rarely cultivated — requires consistent wet habitat.
