Bird's-foot Violet (Viola Pedata) is a perennial herb in the Violaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Viola pedata is a native herbaceous perennial violet with deeply divided leaves resembling a bird's foot and striking purple flowers with orange centers.

Bird's-foot Violet

Bird's-foot Violet

Viola Pedata

Viola pedata is a native herbaceous perennial violet with deeply divided leaves resembling a bird's foot and striking purple flowers with orange centers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bird's-foot Violet

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Bird's-foot Violet
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Taxonomy

Family:Violaceae
Genus:Viola