violet
Viola 'Emma'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
Violet blue with a burgundy splash below a yellow eye Flowers
Sun:
Part shade,full shade
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
High
watering
Violet (Viola 'Emma') plants need to be watered frequently and evenly. Watering should be done when the top inch of soil feels dry. In general, once every 1-2 weeks should be enough. If the soil feels dry yet still has moisture, then you can wait a few more days before watering. It is best to water in the morning and avoid overhead watering. Additionally, avoid over-watering, which can lead to root rot.
sunlight
Violet (Viola 'Emma') plants need 6-8 hours of sunlight a day. Ideally, they should be placed in a location that receives morning sunlight and afternoon shade. This type of plant prefers a cool, indirect light, so it’s best to keep them away from direct afternoon sunlight. However, if the space cannot allow for a balance of light, then keep the plant in an area that receives morning light. Make sure to monitor the plant and adjust its location accordingly. Avoid keeping it in heavy shade or a room that is particularly dark, as that can prevent the plant from receiving the light it needs.
pruning
Violet (Viola 'Emma') requires pruning during spring after flowering. Pruning should focus on thinning stems rather than heavy pruning. Start by removing any dead, damaged or diseased stems. Secondly, thin out the middle of the plant to promote air circulation and reduce the chance of diseases. Finally, remove any stems that appear to be crowding out the emerging new growth. Be sure to leave enough of the new stems behind for the plant to recover and flower again. Avoid pruning the new shoots until just before the flowering season. Pruning in spring will help to ensure that flowering occurs in the same season.
