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Birds Foot Violet

Viola pedata, Violaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Maiden PinkDianthus deltoides
Pollinator Sharing
Lady's MantleAlchemilla mollis
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant
Common Blue VioletViola sororia
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Monkey GrassLiriope spicata

Spreading liriope can overwhelm and suppress native bird's foot violet

Crown VetchSecurigera varia

Crown vetch aggressive spreading can overwhelm and suppress native bird's foot violet

Uses

Functions

Pollinator Support

Common Questions

What zones does Birds Foot Violet grow in?

Birds Foot Violet grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Birds Foot Violet?

Good companions for Birds Foot Violet include Maiden Pink, Lady's Mantle, Common Blue Violet.

Design guilds with Birds Foot Violet and see companion relationships visually.

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