African violets are long-lived plants that can grace houseplant collections for up to 50 years. However, repotting African violets (Saintpaulia ionantha) occasionally goes a long way toward keeping ...

Q: I’m in a bit of a quandary and want to see what you think. I have lots of houseplants. Trouble is, I will be out of town for weeks when it’s time to traditionally repot houseplants, usually in ...

DENVER — The best therapy for winter boredom is to get our hands dirty and make a mess. Repot some plants. I don't have time during summer to mess with most houseplants. My hands are full. So winter ...

African violets are beautiful, endlessly varied, and just finicky enough to make growing them a rewarding challenge. On this Talk of Iowa, we are joined by Iowa State University horticulturists Cindy ...

Dear Heloise: I read with interest the letter from Margaret about reading and our children. I know we all have busy lives, but children and their education are very important. Teaching them to sound ...

OSHKOSH – Wisconsin Council of African Violet Clubs will host its annual show and sale Sept. 20-21. The event will take place at St. Jude the Apostle Church Hall, 531 Knapp St., Oshkosh, according to ...

Are your African Violets growing tall and leggy? 🌸 Learn whether to decapitate or repot to fix those long necks and encourage healthy, compact growth. This beginner-friendly guide covers step-by-step ...

Q: I have had a little African violet for one year. A couple of blossoms opened around its birthday. Since then the leaves are curling under and very limp. Is there a cure? I water weekly by putting ...