Viola adunca aka Early Blue Violet

Taxonomy ID: 6529

Common names

Early Blue Violet, Sand Violet, Hook Spur Violet

More information about Early Blue Violet

What is the region of origin of Early Blue Violet

Early Blue Violet’s native range is Temperate Northern Hemisphere.

What are the water needs for Early Blue Violet

Early Blue Violet should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Early Blue Violet

Early Blue Violet loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Early Blue Violet

To ensure optimal growth, the Early Blue Violet prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

What's the right humidity for Early Blue Violet

No extra humidity is necessary for the Early Blue Violet. Absorption of water by plants is primarily done through their roots, and soil watering is the most effective method to provide humidity to your plants.

How to fertilize Early Blue Violet

Repotting the Early Blue Violet should be done either when it has doubled in size or on a yearly basis, whichever occurs sooner. Fresh potting soil with all the required nutrients, refreshed annually, will provide the plant with all the necessary sustenance, making the use of fertilizer unnecessary. Keep in mind that plants receive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

Is Early Blue Violet toxic to humans/pets?

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

What is the growth pattern of Early Blue Violet

New growth will sprout from the top of the Early Blue Violet as it grows vertically.

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