Walter's violet

Plant Type

Herbaceous Wildflower

Life Cycle

Perennial

Typical Size

0.25-0.5 ft. tall
0.25-1 ft. wide

Tolerant of

Drought

Inolerant of

Poorly Drained Soil, Direct Afternoon Sun

Propagation

By seed, By cutting, By division

Plant Planting Notes

Ensure protection from direct afternoon sun.

Plants/Diseases

No significant disease or pest issues.

Wildlife Benefits

Nectar/pollen source for pollinating insects, Host plant for butterfly larvae

Leaves

Leaves alternate and basal, cordate, orbicular, ovate, or reniform with crenate to entire margins.

Flowers

Solitary deep purple to blue flowers.

Fruit

Capsule.

Toxicity

No known toxicity.

USDA Hardiness Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Light Exposure

Part Sun/Shade, Full Shade

Soil Moisture

Dry, Medium, Moist

Soil Drainage

Well-drained

Soil pH

Acidic (less than 6.0), Neutral (6.0-8.0)

Native in South Carolina?

Yes

Plant Native Habitat

Woodlands and forests with nutrient rich soils.

Global Conservation Status (NatureServe)

Secure (G5)

Federal Conservation Status (USFWS)

Not Listed

Distribution Notes

Rare in the South Carolina coastal plain and sandhills. Common in the piedmont and mountains.