Limp, wilted plants. This can be caused by overwatering, poor drainage or root rot. Violets prefer evenly moist but not soggy ...

found growing low to the ground in rainforests. There are many varieties of African violets that offer a whole range of colors, from red to classic purple. They're small, growing up to six inches ...

African violets are one of the world's most popular houseplants and for good reason. These compact, low-growing plants flower several times a year. They are available in a multitude of leaf forms ...

The most common reason African violets stop flowering is inadequate lighting. While these plants can develop sunscald if they’re kept in bright sun, they grow and flower best when provided with ...

African violets are apparently also picky when it comes to soil and growers are advised to buy potting soil specially formulated for African violets. Not only that, but you should also treat ...

Without regular fertilizer, plants will not have the necessary nutrients to grow and flower; and too much fertilizer can lead to foliage issues. Use fertilizers formulated for African violets ...

Last week I fielded a question from a reader who was looking for tips on how to get African violets to bloom. Being inexperienced with growing these fuzzy-leaved beauties myself, I went digging ...