saintpaulia

African violets are one of the most popular traditional blooming plants found in todays marketplace. Violets are very easy to grow successfully once you have the basic care requirements in place.

Growing and Maintenance Tips:

* prefers temperatures in the 65-72 degree range * cannot tolerate direct sunlight, but loves bright indirect light * water when soil is dry on top. Bottom watering is the method of choice. Do not let water touch plant leaves. * pot in a mix of 1/3 peat moss, 1/3 vermiculite & 1/2 perlite * fertilize every few weeks with 20-20-20