Although some instructions on care for your African violets may vary, a few things don't. It's what plant keeper Sherrie Wallace calls the three biggest mistakes in caring for African violets. Don't ...

close up of an African violet plant with many blooms - Gladassfanny/Getty Images With soft green leaves and delicate purple blooms, African violets (Saintpaulia ionantha) add a splash of ...

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 for ...

African violets are the perfect houseguest. They’re well-behaved, bloom several times a year, and come dressed-to-impress in an array of stunning foliage. Their signature rosette of thick, fuzzy ...

Some people find growing African violets to be a piece of cake. Their violets thrive with little special care, blooming repeatedly and creating fresh new fuzzy leaves on a regular basis. Others ...

Repotting African violets freshens their soil, prevents leggy stems, and encourages flowering. Plus, it's an opportunity to try out new pots and remove dead leaves so that your plants look their very ...

Did you know the National Garden Bureau has named African violet as its houseplant of the year for 2024? Their choice is an excellent one. Few plants give more enjoyment while asking for little in ...

Dear Heloise: I like African violets and plant the leaves like you do. I also give them away. I have three started on my windowsill now. My African violet book says to start them right in the dirt. Is ...

It’s officially time to end the outdoor gardening season. Last week, seven potted hostas were still waiting to be planted. With daytime temperatures forecast to remain below freezing for the ...

African violets are a popular house plant that can brighten up your home when there is not much else blooming. I know people that have successfully grown beautiful African violets without much effort ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." African violets are the perfect houseguest. They’re well-behaved, bloom several times a year, and come ...