These pretty plant powerhouses have the ability to bloom for decades with the right care. Here's everything you need to know.

African violets are sensitive to temperature, so always use water that is room temperature. Be careful not to soak the fuzzy leaves or stem of the plant, as water can get trapped and cause rot or ...

African violets are easily propagated from leaf cuttings. Choose leaves from the middle of the rosette — avoid older (outside) or very young (centre) leaves. Use a sharp knife to cut the petiole ...

For optimal flowering, African violet pots should measure no more than 1/3 wider than the width of the plant’s leaves. Shallow pots are also better for these plants, and pots should have plenty ...

Some gardeners shy away from the African violet because of its reputation for difficulty. And admittedly, if you are a […] ...

African violets prefer bright, indirect light, like soft beams tumbling in an east-facing window. Excessive exposure to direct sunlight can burn their leaves, while insufficient light prevents ...

Take care not to allow water to come into contact with the leaves or they may become spotted. And use only room-temperature water. African violets also require high humidity and warmth, but not heat.

African violets do best with 12 hours or more of ambient light but cannot tolerate direct light since it burns their leaves. An eastern, morning exposure is the best, similar to that suitable for ...