I kept an African violet on my desk at work that never bloomed, no matter how much I cared for it. An older gentleman at the company who grew African violets at home under grow lights offered to take ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. An African violet with purple flowers. With their diminutive size, colorful blooms, and attractive foliage, African violets are ...

African violets are hardy, beautiful plants that add vibrant color and old-world charm to your houseplant collection. Native to tropical Tanzania and southeastern Kenya, they prefer warmer climates—in ...

African violets are known for their fuzzy green leaves and bright blooms. These popular household plants thrive in indirect light with moist soil. When cared for properly, African violets can last for ...

For some, winter can be a depressing time of year. With cold, dreary weather, shorter days, and less opportunity to spend time outside, it's easy to become gloomy. That's one of the reasons many ...

Although they were discovered only about a century ago, African violets (Saintpaulia spp.) today are one of the country's favorite houseplants. Not surprising, they're easy to grow. In fact, many ...

PROPER WATERING: Proper watering means supplying the water a plant needs for its size, the light it receives and its environment. YOU CANNOT WATER A VIOLET ON SCHEDULE! Over watering causes root rot.

African violets are one of the most popular houseplants because of their diverse colors and easy culture. However, like other flowering houseplants, they are not problem-free. Not flowering. This is a ...

African violets are one of the most popular and recognizable houseplants. They come in a variety of sizes and flower colors. A common frustration among African violet gardeners is why the plant either ...

This last decade or so has seen a burgeoning interest in houseplants. While this has led to the introduction of some new and exciting species, classic stalwarts are still in demand as evidenced by the ...

I received an African violet as a gift and am terrified I'll kill it (it already looks kind of wilted). Do you carry self-watering African violet pots? I read up about watering them from the bottom, ...