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Temperature, Humidity and Fertilzer for African Violets

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Tracy

All this week, I’ve focused on the care of African Violets. For the wrap-up of my week on African Violets, I wanted to cover the rest of the basics. Temperature and Humidity African Violets prefer a temperature range between 65 … Continue reading →

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Dealing with African Violet Pests and Problems

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Tracy

Overwatering is the most common problem associated with African violets. The plants will develop crown rot if given too much water. To avoid this, water plants from the bottom by placing them in a bowl of water whenever the soil … Continue reading →

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Starting African Violet Cuttings

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Tracy

If you want to grow your own African violet, you can get one started from a single leaf of an existing plant. Select a healthy leaf from the center of the plant and snap it free of the crown. Make … Continue reading →

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Why are my African Violets turning Mushy?

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Tracy

If you have ever tried to care for an African violet the same way as a conventional plant, you may notice that the plant’s leaves turn brown and mushy. This is because the leaves of African Violet plant leaves hate … Continue reading →

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Lighting African Violets

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Tracy

When you look at all of the different colors and shapes of African Violets on a shelf in your local garden center, you may think that there are hundreds of varieties. But in reality, there are only six types of … Continue reading →

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