Early Dog-violet (Viola Reichenbachiana) 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 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Viola reichenbachiana is a low-growing, semi-evergreen perennial violet known for its pale purple flowers with distinctive upturned and often furrowed or notched spurs.