White Violet

White Violet is a Flowering Perennial

White Violet - Part of the Violet family - which has 16 genera hosting almost 800 species. Viola Canadensis, usually known by the familiar names of Canadian white violet, Canadian violet, tall white violet, or simply white violet, is a perennial that can be found in southeastern Canada and the North Eastern United States. The beautiful White Violet flowers like to grow in shaded areas, or under trees. The flowers have no fragrance but are gorgeous and have full blooms. The flowers bloom from mid-spring to early summer and last for a little over a month. Butterflies are known to visit the flowers for their nectar, but generally, do not do a good job pollinating. White Violet's flowers are easily cultivated and prefer moist, rich loamy soil, or rich soils that are well drained. Canadian White Violet often grows in clumps. and  spreads easily in a garden setting. 

These beautiful perennials are amazing when planted around a water garden or pond area. These plants are beautiful when used for creating a very natural looking ground cover in a garden or natural area.  They provide gorgeous white flowers, tinged with yellow and occasionally purple, appear to have tiny lines painted on them and have light yellow centers. The flowers are made up of five small petals and look very delicate when they are in bloom. 

 White Violets are Beautiful when Planted Around Water Gardens or Ponds

It is related to several other species, including Viola rugulosa and Viola scopulorum. While the white variety is endangered in some areas, it continues to flourish in others.Medicinally, violet leaves have been prepared in salves for skin irritations, poultices for bruises and teas and syrups for coughs, sore throats, and constipation. White Violets (Viola alba) resemble other violets, except this plant, produces white, not purple, petals. This lovely perennial blooms in North America between May and September. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in locations receiving partial to full sunlight.

A Historic Plant

 A German botanist and engraver named Jacob Sturm (1771-1848) drew White Violets in 1796. He depicted a violet with an abundance of bright green, spade-shaped leaves. Its blossoms contained five delicate white petals. Today, White Violets still resemble this description. They offer a subtle, fragrant aroma. 

 Excellent Bedding Plants

  Despite their fragile appearance, White Violets enjoy a reputation for hardiness. They tolerate a range of growing conditions. Since they reach a maximum height between five to nine inches tall, these beautiful plants often populate the front rows of formal garden beds. They won't overshadow other flowers but will contribute to aromatic floral displays. White Violets grow well in containers, too. Experts recommend pinching off their spent blossoms throughout the Summer order to stimulate the growth of fresh blooms. 

 Growing Instructions

  Gardeners plant White Violet seeds either in the autumn (to produce flowers the following Spring) or in early Springtime (to obtain blooms during the Summer). Seeds germinate well after exposure to cold weather. White Violets begin sprouting when temperatures reach the low 70 degrees Fahrenheit range.

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