Florida Blue Violet (Viola Floridana) is a perennial herb in the Violaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A perennial violet native to the southeastern United States, known for its blue to purple flowers and adaptation to mesic forests.

Florida Blue Violet

Florida Blue Violet

Viola Floridana

A perennial violet native to the southeastern United States, known for its blue to purple flowers and adaptation to mesic forests.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Florida Blue Violet

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Violaceae
Genus:Viola