African violets are great plants for indoor growth because of their beauty, resilience, and relatively simple care.These dainty flowering plants look great in hanging baskets, a large planter with a variety of colors, or in a single pot.Learning how to grow African violets indoors can help you grow beautiful plants that will last for a long time.
Step 1: African violets can be purchased at a nursery, greenhouse or retail store.
African violets are easy to find because many houseplant enthusiasts grow them as part of their collection.Growing violets from seeds can be very difficult, so it is best to grow them from a pre-rooted plant.There are different colors of African violets, including blue, pink, purple and even multicolor.Try to grow different varieties of African violets.
Step 2: Pick a pot that is larger than the plant.
Some space is needed to grow violets in small pots.The best place for violets to grow is in shallow containers.The root ball of the plant should fit in the container with enough room for soil and draining rocks.If you want to prevent standing water at the bottom of the pot, drill at least 3-4 holes into the container.
Step 3: A soilless mix can be made.
In the pot, put 3 parts moss, 2 parts vermiculite, and 1 part perlite.The perfect pH for growing African violets is provided by this mixture.At the top of the container, leave 0.25–0.5 in space.If you don't want to make your own soilless mix, you can order some online or check your local nursery to see if they have any in stock.It may be more difficult to find this specialized mixture because it is less common.The soilless mix will allow the violet to grow quickly in the pot because of the free growth of its roots.
Step 4: Carefully plant the African violet.
African violets are very fragile and can easily be broken.Break the roots and hold the plant by the leaves.Put the root ball in the pot and cover it with a mix.Don't press hard if you want to firm the soil around the root ball.The soil needs to be flat.You can damage the roots and remove the soil from the root ball if you shake it.
Step 5: The pot should be placed in an area that gets 8 hours of light per day.
The best way to encourage growth for potted violets is with indirect sunlight.They should be placed a few feet from a sunny window to ensure that the plant is exposed to the light.If you live in a cold climate, you should move the violet closer to the window.African violets can grow under artificial and fluorescent lighting if the plant gets at least 8 hours of light per day.
Step 6: When the top of the soil is dry, water African violets.
The violets don't need to be watered every day, they grow best in soil that is always moist.To water them from above, pour room temperature water over the soil until it begins to drain through the holes at the bottom of the pot.If you want to water the violets from the bottom of the pot, you can place the container in 2.5 cm of water for 60 minutes.
Step 7: The violets need to be fertilized every 8 weeks.
You can choose between a slow-release, liquid, or water-soluble form.Follow the directions on the package carefully to make sure you aren't over-feeding the plant.12 the recommended amount for new African violets is recommended by many experts.African violets can go into a state of dormancy during the winter.Use 13 of the suggested amount to prevent burn.Water the plant before feeding it to make sure it breaks down and integrates with the soil.
Step 8: Pot African violets every 3-6 months.
When the violet grows to be 3 times the diameter of the pot, choose a larger pot.root rot can be prevented by a larger pot.During transplant, the root ball of the violet will separate.The plant has grown into 2 separate plants, which will require 2 pots.They should be planted in pots with enough room for root growth.
Step 9: The garden has clean hands and tools.
African violets are susceptible to a number of diseases.Always wash your hands, put on gloves, and clean your gardening tools before and after handling any organic matter to prevent the spread of diseases from other plants or household objects.If there is a plant in your home that hasn't improved with chemical treatment, it's time to throw it away.
Step 10: Stem rot can be prevented with the removal of dead blooms and leaves.
The crown of the plant is so close to the soil that dead leaves and flowers can cause it to rot.If you see a dead leaf, remove it from the pot and keep the plant healthy.If you see a lot of leaves curling at the same time, try moving the plant to a warmer place.The leaves can be affected by cold temperatures.
Step 11: The leaves can be sprayed with water to remove insects.
African violets are known for their fuzzy leaves.If you see bugs on the leaves, spray them with water to remove them.If the problem persists, spray the leaves and replant the violet.It's a good idea to spray both the top and bottom of each leaf because insects hide on the underside of the leaves.It is possible to use an insecticidal soap for pest prevention.