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Enter the approximate length and width of the area you will be planting and click 'Calculate' to determine how many Viola walteri 'Silver Gem' you will need.
Correct and successful spacing is complex and depends on project conditions. We encourage you to call us at 877-ECO-PLUG for project specific recommendations and further assistance.
Viola walteri 'Silver Gem'
prostrate blue violet
- Category: Perennial, Native
- Breeder: Mt. Cuba Collection™, North Creek Unique™
- Hardiness Zone: 6-8
- Height: 3-5 Inches
- Spread: 10-15 Inches
- Spacing: 10 Inches
- Bloom Color: Violet
- Foliage Color: Silver
From the gardens of Mt. Cuba Center, North Creek is delighted to introduce this tough native groundcover. Easily identified by trailing stems and delicate lavender flowers, 'Silver Gem' forms a dense, tidy mat of attractive silver foliage. Flowers appear in March and persist into autumn. Our plant trials have proven 'Silver Gem' to be exceptionally drought tolerant and happiest in part to full shade. Pot in quarts or gallons for early spring sales.
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Additional Information about Viola walteri 'Silver Gem'
Mt. Cuba Center is a non-profit organization committed to promoting and appreciation for plants native to the Piedmont, encouraging their use in gardens and supporting their conservation in nature. Tours, educational programs and plant introductions provide a means for future generations to gain an appreciation of the diversity and landscape potential of plants that comprise the Piedmont flora. North Creek is pleased to bring Viola walteri 'Silver Gem' to market on behalf of Mt. Cuba Center.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Viola walteri 'Silver Gem'
Very easy plant, performs wonderfully in gallons and quarts. Remove dead foliage/trailing stems as necessary.
Fast Facts About Viola 'Silver Gem'
