African Violets are among the most popular plants to keep in your home
They come in many colors and leaf patterns
African Violets are prone to root rot, so well draining pots are very important
Self watering pots with a wick system are a great option for these plants
African Violets like to be slightly root bound, and bloom best when they are in a smaller tight pot.
Make a mix of 2 parts peat moss, 1 part perlite and 1 part vermiculite or sand
African Violets prefer well draining substrates. The roots will rot quickly if they sit in moist soil
This plant loves the light. It will tolerate bright indirect light
South or east facing windows are best for your African Violet
Low light can cause poor plant growth and leggy stems, but you can supplement low lighting with artificial grow lights
Bottom watering is the best option for this plant
Water the African Violet when the top soil is dry, about every 1-2 weeks
Never let this plant get wet feet, overwatering can cause root rot and attract fungus gnats to your plant
Use a good quality fertilizer meant for African Violets
This plant is a heavy feeder due to it blooming frequently
Fertilize every 4-6 weeks through the blooming season
This plant will do best between 65 and 80 degrees F.Indoors room temperature is fine for these plants, just keep away from cold drafty windows in the winter
African Violet leaves can accumulate dust and debris due to the fuzzy texture
To clean the leaves, gently brush them with a small brush
You can use a tiny paint brush with very soft bristles
This plant is hardy and resilient, however all plants can get attacked by pests
Spider mites, mealy bugs, scale, thrips, and whitefly are the most common houseplant pests you will see