Viola cornuta Yellow Surprise

Yellow Surprise Horned Violet

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Trailing herbaceous perennial with heart-shaped leaves and bright yellow flowers featuring a distinct dark violet center. Often used in hanging baskets or edging.
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Plant Details

Common Name Yellow Surprise Horned Violet
Family Violaceae
Genus Viola
Species Cornuta
Variety Yellow Surprise
Origin Southern Europe / Mediterranean Basin
Blooming Spring to early autumn, depending on climate and deadheading.
Leaf Color Deep green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam mixed with compost or peat moss for moisture retention.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow top layer to dry slightly between watering.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers cool locations; morning sun and afternoon shade in hot climates to prevent scorching.

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Fertilization

Monthly liquid fertilizer during active growing season (spring/summer) for continuous blooms.

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Pruning

Regular deadheading promotes blooming; trim back leggy growth in late summer.

Pest Control Aphid 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 7 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 77°
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)
2000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
35% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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