African Violets

Now here are two practical methods developed for leaf propagating by home gardeners. Cover a water-filled glass tumbler with wax paper with a rubber band. Pierce the paper in three

Saintpaulias are responsive plants to grow. Indeed, their popularity is partially due to the ease of extending a collection or increasing the number of plants of some appealing variety. Through

Watering and temperature methods have much to do with success in caring for African violets, although plants watered in different ways may bloom equally well. As a triumphant record, here

Raising saintpaulia from seed is a fascinating pursuit, and, like thousands of other house-plant gardeners, you will get a great kick from it. But it is like matrimony: you should

For nearly three years, I have been collecting and propagating African violets. Before that, I, too, had difficulty trying to raise them. As I look back, following the general trend

Many “experts” in caring for African violets will tell you that no greater sin can be committed against your violets than to water them from the top. It would be

I believe African violets have frustrated more people than all other houseplants. We read articles and books on their culture till we know just how it is to be done,

When my little plants became over ¼” inch high, I prepared to pot them. I scrubbed two-inch pots clean and filled them with vermiculite. I often use sharp sand for

The value of indoor gardening as a health-preserving and rest-promoting hobby is inestimable. It can supply necessary relaxation and ease mental tension in these trying times. If you’re not already