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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." African violets are the perfect houseguest. They’re well-behaved, bloom several times a year, and come ...

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 ...

Q: Most of my African violets bloom vigorously but one struggles. Its leaves are tightly packed so I wonder if it’s choking itself. If so, should I remove leaves from the perimeter or start at the ...

PROPER WATERING: Proper watering means supplying the water a plant needs for its size, the light it receives and its environment. YOU CANNOT WATER A VIOLET ON SCHEDULE! Over watering causes root rot.

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 ...

African violets are one of the most popular houseplants because of their diverse colors and easy culture. However, like other flowering houseplants, they are not problem-free. Not flowering. This is a ...

African violets, those cheerful, shade-loving houseplants native to Tanzania and introduced to the U.S. in the late 1800s, are finally having their day in the sun: the National Garden Bureau has named ...

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 ...