Daisy violet

Daisy Violet (General Plant Details)

• Common Names: Daisy violet, African Daisy, Viola Daisy

• Family: Asteraceae (daisies) or Violaceae (violets)

• Type: Flowering ornamental plant

• Height: 20–40 cm (low-growing)

• Flowers: Purple/violet petals with daisy-like or pansy-like blooms

• Life Cycle: Annual or perennial, depending on species and climate

 Care Instructions

 Sunlight

• Full sun to partial shade → best flowering in 5–6 hrs of sunlight.

 Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

• Water 2–3 times a week in summer; reduce in winter.

 Soil

• Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil.

• pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0).

 Fertilizer

• Balanced liquid fertilizer (10:10:10) every 3–4 weeks during flowering season.

• Low nitrogen fertilizer (like 5:10:10) encourages more flowers instead of leafy growth.

• Organic options: Compost, seaweed extract, or vermicompost tea.

 Pruning & Maintenance

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

• Trim leggy stems for compact growth.

 Uses

1. Ornamental: Popular for garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and pots.

2. Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies love these blooms.

3. Cut Flowers: Small arrangements for decoration.

4. Ground Cover (Violas): Spread easily and provide seasonal color.