Suksdorfia violacea

Suksdorfia violacea

violet suksdorfia

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Taxonomy

Common Names

violet suksdorfia

Context

nativeRegion

Pacific Northwest of North America (British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, northern California, Idaho, Montana).

usdaZones

5–8

companionPlants

Ferns, Heuchera, Primula, Woodland grasses

culturalUses

Primarily grown as an ornamental in rock gardens, woodland gardens, or native plant gardens; no significant ethnobotanical history.

Care

LightPrefers partial shade; can tolerate some dappled sunlight.

WateringRequires consistently moist but not soggy soil; do not let dry out completely.

SoilThrives in humus-rich, well-drained soil; prefers acidic to neutral pH.

FertilizerLight feeding in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer if soil is poor.

HumidityLikes moderate to high humidity, especially in drier climates.

TemperatureBest grown in cool to temperate climates; sensitive to prolonged heat.

HabitHerbaceous perennial forming low rosettes or mats.

Mature Size10–20 cm (4–8 in) tall and wide.

Growth RateModerate growth rate; slowly spreads by short rhizomes.

BloomingBlooms in late spring to early summer with small violet or pinkish flowers.

DormancyWinter dormant; foliage may disappear or die back in colder months.

MethodsDivision, Seed

DifficultyModerate; fresh seed germination or careful division is best.

Best SeasonEarly spring (division) or autumn (seed sowing).

PruningRemove spent flower stems and dead leaves to tidy plant.

RepottingRepot or divide every 2–3 years to refresh soil and maintain vigor.

Pests & DiseasesGenerally pest free; occasional leaf spot or root rot if overwatered.

ToxicityNot known to be toxic to humans or animals.

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