violet

Violet (Viola 'Heartthrob') should be watered lightly but regularly. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. During the summer months, water the plant once every week, giving it enough to keep the soil lightly moist. During winter and autumn, water only when the soil is dry to the touch - usually about every 2 weeks. Avoid watering from overhead, or wetting the foliage, and water early in the day so that excess moisture can evaporate before nightfall. If planted in direct sunlight, you may need to water more frequently.

Violet (Viola 'Heartthrob') should be grown in full sun or part shade, receiving at least 4-6 hours of direct light each day. Direct sunlight should be avoided in the afternoon hours, when sunlight is the strongest. Too much direct sunlight can burn the plant, causing it to become pale, wilted and discolored. Filtered light or partial shade is much better for this species. In cold climates, during winter months, violets will appreciate some afternoon shade to help protect them from colder temperatures.

Pruning is an essential part of caring for a Violet (Viola 'Heartthrob') plant. Pruning should be done in the late spring or early summer, at least once a year. It is best to wait to prune the plant until after it has finished blooming. Pruning should be minimal and selective, as too much pruning can damage the plant and inhibit flower production. Cut off faded, dead, and diseased flowers and foliage, as well as spindly stems that appear overcrowded. Pruning should be limited to shaping and removing any excess stems or old growth to keep the plant neat and optimized for blooms.