African violets originated in East Africa and are colorful and attractive houseplants that come in a variety of colors. Known to be a bit finicky, they are generally easy to grow. One of the main ...

"My African violet had the most beautiful white blooms with purple edges. Now they've changed to solid purple. I rooted some leaves from my original. I'm wondering if my little flowers are going to be ...

Q: Last year I purchased an African violet with maroon-colored blossoms. It has bloomed almost continually, but now the blossoms are mainly white with faint touches of pink. Could you explain the ...

Despite February trying to fool us, it's not quite time for spring flowers. But, there is one plant that doesn't let us down. African violets can bloom all year long indoors! Our favorite gardening ...

Interest in African violets has been on the uptick for the past couple of years. Whether it’s the renewed appeal of house plants in general, or because violet breeders are introducing new colors and ...

African violets bring a burst of color indoors, but they need the right balance of light, water, and soil to truly flourish.

African Violets are a longtime favorite, with its small bouquets of blooms. Violets are a nice gift to give or receive. When I read that a violet is the flower of the month for February I realized ...

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 ...

That brassy, flaming red Christmas poinsettia on the coffee table is starting to get on my nerves. I can’t wait for it to stop spreading Christmas cheer. It’s no longer “a bright spot of color.” It’s ...

African violets are easy to grow, nonstop blooms, compact size and new varieties with crazy colors means now is the time to start your collection. Bigstock No, African violets are not just for your ...

It has been 25 years since a group of my students presented me with a plant that I recognized as an African violet. The plant had dark green, fuzzy leaves and a profusion of light purple flowers. I ...