Viola odorata aka Sweet Violet
Taxonomy
Common names
Sweet Violet, Garden Violet, English VioletHow to care for Sweet Violet
Difficulty
Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Sweet Violet due to its easy-going nature.
Water
Sweet Violet should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Sweet 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.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Sweet Violet prefers bright diffused 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.
Toxicity
Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.
Humidity
The Sweet Violet does not need extra humidity. Plants primarily absorb water through their root system, making soil watering the best way to provide humidity to your plants.
Fertilizer
The Sweet Violet should be repotted when it has doubled in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing fresh potting soil with all the essential nutrients each year ensures the plant's well-being, eliminating the need for fertilizer. Remember, plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.
Growth-pattern
The Sweet Violet is characterized by clumping growth, with new shoots emerging from the soil around the primary plant.
Region of origin
Sweet Violet’s native range is Temperate Northern Hemisphere.
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