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Growing Episcias from Seed

Episcias are tender tropical plants, with beautiful foliage and tubular flowers, natives of the American tropics. They are trailers and they make beautiful basket plants for the home or greenhouse. Flowers come in shades of blue or lavender,... Read More...

Episcias - Striking Cousins of the African Violet

It is a rare occasion for a really NEW plant to be introduced and episcias, popularly known as “flame violets” are by no means new to house plant collections. They have, however, from time to time had a rapid climb in popularity... Read More...

Pest Control on African Violets

African violets are subject to a number of pests and diseases. However, growing them in sterilized soil and giving them regular washings will help you avoid trouble. New plants should always be isolated from older plants for three or four weeks. Crown... Read More...

African Violets - Care Potting Propagation

African Violets are one of America’s favorite house plants. What are the secrets of their continued popularity? They can be grown in a small apartment; they flourish in well lighted window gardens, under artificial light, in a terrarium or... Read More...

African Violet Houseplant Be Different

For those who may yearn to grow house plants a bit different from those of their friends and neighbors, African-violets provide a splendid opportunity as there are countless varieties from which to choose. New and enticing ones appear in specialists... Read More...

Forcing African Violet Bloom

If you have trouble getting your African violet plant to bloom, try these suggestions sent by BG. Sutterfield: “Move them to where they will get lots of light, and two or three hours of sunlight will not hurt them if it is not too strong,... Read More...

African Violet Flowering and Lighting

Flowering & Lighting  Read More →

African Violet Pot Selection

Selecting a Pot for an African Violet  Read More →

Transplanting African Violets

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African Violet - Water Fertilizer and Light

Watering, Fertilizing and Lighting Tips for your African Violets along with a little propagation info.  Read More →

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