Viola odorata

Sweet Violet

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Fragrant perennial herb with heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers, prized for its scent and early spring blooms.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sweet Violet
Family Violaceae
Genus Viola
Species Odorata
Origin Europe / Asia
Blooming Winter to Spring, sometimes autumn
Leaf Color Dark green, glossy
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, humus-rich well-draining loam or potting mix with perlite

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged; reduce watering during dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Partial shade ideal; protect from hot midday sun in summer to prevent leaf scorch

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Fertilization

Feed monthly with balanced liquid fertilizer during active growth (Feb-Sept)

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers regularly; trim damaged foliage in early spring

Pest Control Aphid Slug Snail Spider Mite 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 5 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
500 – 10000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
35% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
250 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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