African Violet – Mixed Colors
African violets are small houseplants that produce clusters of white, blue, or purple flowers over fuzzy leaves. Despite their common name, they are not a type of violet, but they do produce vivid, violet-colored flowers
Planting & CareÂ
Sunlight:Â African violets prefer bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight and keep them at least a few feet away from bright south- or west-facing windows.Â
Soil:Â use an actual African violet potting mix or an all-purpose potting soil, as long as it is well-draining
Water: Keep the soil lightly moist, but be careful not to overwater, as African violets’ soft stems are very susceptible to rot.Â
Fertilizer:Â during the active growing season (spring and summer), fertilize every 2 weeks with a high phosphorous plant food. Only start to fertilize when the plant appears to need an extra boostÂ
Temperature: Many varieties prefer warm conditions (65°F/18°C or warmer) though some are more tolerant of cooler conditions. In any case, keep them away from drafty windows in winter.
