How to Grow and Care for Birdfoot Violet

Birdfoot Violet, also known as Mountain pansy

Birdfoot Violet is a plant that thrives in sandy, well-drained soil and requires full sun to partial shade. Special care points include maintaining a dry to medium moisture level in the soil, as it is prone to root rot in wet conditions. Additionally, it necessitates protection from excessive winter moisture. Due to its specific soil and moisture requirements, birdfoot Violet is considered difficult to care for.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Birdfoot Violet

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Fall, Spring
Hardiness Zones	4-9

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Birdfoot Violet is distinguished by its unique foliage, which includes only basal leaves with a characteristic trifurcation, resembling a bird's foot. The leaves' deep lobes are a noteworthy trait. It bears strikingly large flowers, up to 1.5 inches (3.8 cm) across, with a prominent palette of lavender-blue hues, often showcasing a bi-colored pattern. These flowers are further highlighted by vibrant orange anthers, and typically lack any hairs at the floral throat. The bloom period spans from early to late spring, with occasional reoccurrence in fall.