







California Golden Violet
Also known as
Johnny-jump-up and grass pansy
Taxonomy
Viola pedunculata
Viola
Violaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for California Golden Violet

How often to water your California Golden Violet

every 9
California Golden Violet needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt 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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Finding light for California Golden Violet in your home

a window
California Golden Violet love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
California Golden Violet does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of California Golden Violet in your home š”.

How to fertilize California Golden Violet

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your California Golden Violet after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

California Golden 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
California Golden Violet requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
California Golden Violet doesnāt 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
California Golden 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
California Golden 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 itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
California Golden Violet is native to Temperate Northern Hemisphere.
Growth Pattern
California Golden Violet grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
California Golden Violet can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-10b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for California Golden Violet
California Golden Violet
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
