American Dog Violet

About American Dog Violet

American Dog Violet is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

American Dog Violet likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

American Dog Violet belongs to the Viola genus, and is native to the Northern United States, Greenland, and Canada.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Viola labradorica

Genus

Viola

Family

Violaceae

Order

Malpighiales

Also known as

Alpine violet, American dog violet, Dog violet and Labrador violet

How to care for American Dog Violet

💦 Water

How often to water your American Dog Violet

American Dog Violet needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for American Dog Violet in your home

American Dog Violet love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

American Dog Violet does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of American Dog Violet in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize American Dog Violet

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for American Dog Violet: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your American Dog Violet after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

American Dog Violet is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

American Dog Violet prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

American Dog Violet requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

American Dog Violet doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

🪴 Soil

American Dog Violet does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

💩 Fertilizer

American Dog Violet should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

🌎 Native Region

American Dog Violet is native to Temperate Northern Hemisphere.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

American Dog Violet grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
American Dog Violet can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.