Wild Violets
Apparently some consider this a stubborn perennial lawn weed, I consider it a nice addition to the lawn. Not as numerous as the dandelions but prolific nonetheless. I think of it as a nice welcome to Spring :-)
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From thespruce.com...
The Case for Tolerating Wild Violets
Because wild violets have pretty flowers that bloom early and often, not everyone regards this plant as a weed. Many homeowners choose to let these wildflowers grow in their lawns and elsewhere.
There are several reasons for tolerating wild violets in the lawn:
It makes for a low-maintenance lawn.
It avoids the use of herbicide.
The plant is friendly to bees and other pollinators.
Wild violets and other wildflowers can be a great ground cover in moist, shady areas where grass is difficult to grow.
It is conducive to natural landscape design, as wild violets are a native species.2
Wild violets are also edible weeds. Both the flowers and leaves can be eaten, and young leaves have a pleasant nutty taste. Plus, some people use wild violets medicinally. An acid in wild violet leaves is said to break down corns and warts.
Wild Violets
Apparently some consider this a stubborn perennial lawn weed, I consider it a nice addition to the lawn. Not as numerous as the dandelions but prolific nonetheless. I think of it as a nice welcome to Spring :-)
20220424-G4246561-2
From thespruce.com...
The Case for Tolerating Wild Violets
Because wild violets have pretty flowers that bloom early and often, not everyone regards this plant as a weed. Many homeowners choose to let these wildflowers grow in their lawns and elsewhere.
There are several reasons for tolerating wild violets in the lawn:
It makes for a low-maintenance lawn.
It avoids the use of herbicide.
The plant is friendly to bees and other pollinators.
Wild violets and other wildflowers can be a great ground cover in moist, shady areas where grass is difficult to grow.
It is conducive to natural landscape design, as wild violets are a native species.2
Wild violets are also edible weeds. Both the flowers and leaves can be eaten, and young leaves have a pleasant nutty taste. Plus, some people use wild violets medicinally. An acid in wild violet leaves is said to break down corns and warts.