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How to grow and care for Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888, Common dog violet

Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888

How often should I water?

check Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 need?

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Bright direct

Bright indirect

Grow light

Light preference

Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Bright direct light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

2K

20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

3~35℃

45

Houseplant temperate preference

-15

16~24℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy!

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

Viola ×caninaeformis K.Richt., 1888 is a member of Violaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial, Annual
Hardiness Zone5 - 9
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderMalpighiales
FamilyViolaceae
GenusViola
SpeciesViola caninaeformis

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