sweet white violet

For sweet white violets, watering should be done weekly. Water deeply so that the soil is moistened to a depth of 6 inches. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings; never allow the plant to sit in standing water. It is best to water early in the morning to give the plant ample time to take up the moisture before the sun goes down.

Sweet white violets (Viola blanda), a species commonly found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, prefer a sunny location for plenty of growth and blooms. They will perform best when provided with a minimum of 5 to 6 hours of sunlight each day. Additionally, it is best to site the plant in a spot that receives some morning sun with light shade in the late afternoon, especially during the hot summer months. Sweet white violets flourish in cool and moist soils and they should be kept evenly moist.

Sweet white violets should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be done judiciously, as it decreases the number of stems and leaves available for photosynthesis, which can affect bloom production. Start by removing any dead, damaged, or diseased stems and leaves. When shaping the plant, prune the stems to the desired shape as they leave the base but avoid pruning more than 1-third of each stem. Finally, the faded flowers should be removed as they appear. This will ensure that the plant conserves energy for regrowth and healthy blooms.