Corsican violet
Viola corsica
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A wild violet from the Mediterranean with large, one-inch, bright purple flowers produced in every season. Heat tolerant and perennial, it combines well with other colors in the garden and can take considerable drought. Excellent in the rock garden. Reseeds moderately. Perennial.
Tips from the pros: Reseeds freely once established. Seedlings are easy to pull and can be transplanted to relocate to more suitable locations if desired.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Height | 6-8 inches |
| Width | 6-8 inches |
| Flowering Season | Early spring to late fall |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 3-8 |
| Soil Type | Clay or loam |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | No |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 2003 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Hand pull dead foliage in spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Replace plants that may die every 5-10 years. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 8125 ft |
