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- Q.Wild Violets - I have wild violets taking over some of my landscaping. Just wondered if they will keep bushes I have planted ...
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benzrwilder on
March 24, 2015
Altamont, Tn.Q.I want to purchase bulk wild violet seeds
We are having a septic system installed in the next few weeks at our bluff homestead on the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. We hope to plant a combination of clover and wild violets between the house and the bluff as a natural foraging area for wildlife... But I have been unable to locate a source for the wild violets...
Answered by
shelley on
March 24, 2015
Certified ExpertA.I came up empty too unfortunately. I would recommend contacting the "American Violet Society" and make an inquiry - I think that's your best bet.
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- Asked by
Tony Bashford on
May 13, 2015Q.Viola spreading across flower beds and lawn
I have Viola spreading across my flower beds and also my lawn. What can I use to get rid of Viola that is spreading across my flower beds and lawn -how can I get rid of it, especially on the lawn?
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shelley on
May 13, 2015
Certified ExpertA.This article will give you strategies for stopping the spread of wild violets:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/violet/kill-wild-violets.htm
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jentool49 on
July 12, 2015
temperate AdelaideQ.Why do wild violets not flower?
They are planted in various parts of the garden in good soil, not soggy with some leaf matter, both in sun/shade. The leaves are big and healthy but alas no flowers.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 13, 2015A.There may be to much Nitrogen in the soil. This will cause lush greens and no flowers.
You can add phosphorous by using Bone Meal.
Here are a few links for you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/bone-meal-fertilizer.htm
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Anonymous on
July 20, 2015Q.wild violets
Is there a home remedy that will kill wild violets? My yard is loaded with them, and weed killer doesn't seem to work. Thank You.
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 20, 2015A.The best way to kill violets is to make your lawn healthier. Violets are opportunistic. If they see a weak area, they will move in. If the lawn is strong, they can't compete.
This article may also help:
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dcrumpton on
April 19, 2016
Semora, NC 27343Q.wild violets
I have wild violets taking over some of my landscaping. Just wondered if they will keep bushes I have planted from growing.
- Answered by
JeffreyGardener on
April 19, 2016A.If the shrubs you planted are very young and small then you may want to use a hoe to keep the wild violets back from the bushes until the bushes have had a season or two to establish themselves. Generally, wild violets don't pose a major problem for established bushes, but they can be a nuisance for your lawn and flowerbeds. Right here on GardeningKnowHow.com there are instructions on how to treat wild violets: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/violet/kill-wild-violets.htm
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Eaglegreen on
April 25, 2016
Silver City, NM zone 7aQ.Garden violets
Are there any vegetables I can intercrop with garden violets?
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Downtoearthdigs on
April 27, 2016A.I would avoid planting vegetables with Violets. Violets spread through rhizomes and can easily become invasive.
I do have a few Woodland Violets in my Herb bed, but I must be very diligent to keep them from taking over. After they bloom in the spring, I remove them.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/violet/wild-violets-care.htm
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goannerun on
May 6, 2016
Wheaton 60189Q.wild violets
Can violets tolerate being planted under pine trees?
- Answered by
kh0001 on
May 7, 2016A.Wild Violets actually do really well in light shade and they're extremely resilient so they should be fine (and may actually do really well). Try not to plant them too close to the tree trunk. Having said that: especially if nothing else will grow underneath the pines, Violets may need some care until they're well-established.
These articles may help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/violet/wild-violets-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/bulbs/violet/wild-violets-care.htm
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