Plants, like clothing, come in and out of fashion, and African violets are having something of a renaissance. Shrugging off their granny-plant reputation, with new hybrids sporting almost every ...

African violets thrive in bright, indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight can scorch their leaves, so place them near a window ...

With their diminutive size, colorful blooms, and attractive foliage, African violets are popular houseplants. Originating in East Africa, they now come in a variety of leaf and flower colors. Caring ...

African violets are popular houseplants, but if you want them to flourish during the winter months, you'll need to tweak your ...

I am interested in growing African violets to add some color in my home and would like some tips on how to grow them. — Angelina Talbert, Morton Grove You can easily add color and interest to your ...

Imagine a house plant that blooms all the time and can do so for years – up to half a century or more by some accounts. In fact, if two months go by without any flowers, it means you need to make some ...

African violets are hardy, beautiful plants that add vibrant color and old-world charm to your houseplant collection. Native to tropical Tanzania and southeastern Kenya, they prefer warmer climates—in ...

Last week I fielded a question from a reader who was looking for tips on how to get African violets to bloom. Being inexperienced with growing these fuzzy-leaved beauties myself, I went digging for ...

African violets and orchids both bloom indoors, but violets flower year-round With their elegant flowers and strong silhouette, it’s easy to see the allure of orchids. But if you’ve been frustrated by ...