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Early Dog-Violet (Viola reichenbachiana)

Viola reichenbachiana, the Early Dog-Violet, is a small herbaceous perennial native to Europe and Western Asia, featuring delicate purple flowers in early spring.

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Sunlight

Prefers partial shade to full shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring is beneficial.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers partial shade to full shade.

Tolerates some morning sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently during dry spells.

Soil

Prefers moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-20 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding in spring is beneficial.

Use a balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Groundcover

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.2-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to deciduous in colder climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Viola arenicola Chabert
Viola bertotii Souché
Viola degeneri Schweigg. ex Mert. & W.D.J.Koch
Viola formosa Vuk.
Viola leucocentra Pinkw.
Viola silvatica (Fr.) C.Hartm.
Viola vicina Martrin-Donos
Viola vulgaris Rupr.
Viola wettsteinii K.Richt.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyViolaceae
  • genusViola
  • speciesViola reichenbachiana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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