Viola cornuta Apricot Lip

Apricot Lip Horned Violet

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Compact herbaceous perennial with heart-shaped leaves and apricot-orange trumpet flowers. Ideal for hanging baskets or edging in cool climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Apricot Lip Horned Violet
Family Violaceae
Genus Viola
Species Cornuta
Variety Apricot Lip
Origin Southern Europe, Mediterranean
Blooming Spring to late autumn in mild climates, dies back in extreme heat or frost
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix enriched with organic matter

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering during dormancy or extreme cold

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Sunlight & Care

Partial shade in hot climates to prevent scorching; full sun in cooler regions

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during active growth (Spring-Autumn)

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and prevent seed formation

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 8 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 75°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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