Viola verecunda

Shy Violet

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Small perennial herb with heart-shaped leaves featuring deep purple undersides and delicate yellow and purple flowers. Ideal for shaded garden beds or containers in temperate zones.
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Plant Details

Common Name Shy Violet
Family Violaceae
Genus Viola
Species Verecunda
Origin Australia / New Zealand
Blooming Spring to Summer, sporadic blooms in mild climates
Leaf Color Green top, deep purple underside
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.0

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Watering

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

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers filtered light or morning sun; protect from harsh afternoon heat indoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season, avoid high nitrogen

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and dead foliage to encourage blooming and prevent rot

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 6 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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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% – 75%
% 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 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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