The African violet is one of the world’s most common houseplants. You can buy it at Lowe’s. You can get it at the nursery. You can find it in the grocery store. But in the wild, this flower that ...

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 ...

African violets can be propagated any time of year, but the best time is during spring. You can grow your propagated African violet cuttings in water or soil depending on your preference. With either ...

Imagine a house plant that blooms all the time and can do so for years – up to half a century or more by some accounts. In fact, if two months go by without any flowers, it means you need to make some ...

Q: Why won’t my African violets bloom? They’re in the same conditions where they used to blossom beautifully, but I haven’t seen a flower for the last two years. A: African violets are capable of ...

Question: I received an African violet for my birthday a few weeks ago. I have it sitting in my kitchen window, but I’m not sure how to take care of it. Can you provide some advice, please? Answer: ...

Discover what your African violets need in March. Do these 5 jobs now to ensure long-lasting blooms from spring to summer.

African violets are some of the most rewarding houseplants you can grow, blooming year-round, even in the depths of winter. But if you're not getting many flowers from your plant, you likely need to ...

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 ...