Viola riviniana aka Wood Violet

Viola riviniana, commonly known as the common dog-violet or wood violet, is a beautiful perennial flowering plant native to Eurasia and Africa. It can be found in woodland edges, grasslands, and shady hedge banks, thriving in all soil types except those that are acidic or very wet. This species produces multiple violet-colored flowers in May and June and grows up to 10 cm tall and 50 cm broad. Viola riviniana was even voted the county flower of Lincolnshire in 2002. In Finland, the plant blooms during the end of spring and the beginning of summer, and it attracts pollinators such as bees and moths. It is a hermaphrodite and is self-fertile, making it perfect for attracting wildlife. Common dog violet prefers moist soil and can grow in semi-shade or no shade. Removing wild violets can be done by hand, but sometimes chemical herbicides are necessary for complete eradication. On the other hand, Common Dog Violet is a super rare houseplant that needs regular watering to thrive. It does well in long-lasting, direct light and should be less than 1 foot away from a window. This plant likes soil that is well-draining and does not need added fertilizers if you repot it each time it doubles in size.