Viola cornuta Yellow Blotch Red Wing

Cornish Violet

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A hardy perennial known for heart-shaped foliage and distinctive flowers with a bright yellow throat and deep purple-red wings, thriving in cool seasons.
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Plant Details

Common Name Cornish Violet
Family Violaceae
Genus Viola
Species Cornuta
Variety Yellow Blotch Red Wing
Origin Southern Europe
Blooming Spring to Autumn, sometimes winter in mild climates
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 loamy soil rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.0

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun to partial shade; cooler climates tolerate more sun exposure than hot regions.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growing season (Spring/Summer).

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming; trim back foliage after flowering cycle.

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Slug Snail Thrip

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
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 12000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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