African violets (Saintpaulia) have long been favorites among indoor gardeners for their velvety leaves and vivid blooms while many outdoor landscapes are dormant. When properly cared for, these plants ...

There's something about African violets that can intimidate even the most experienced gardener. But the editors of House & Garden magazine say, "Have no fear!" House & Garden magazine's editor Stephen ...

Judged on its merits, the African violet is a pretty sweet houseplant. With a modest amount of care, it will bloom continuously in a house or apartment. The foliage is tidy and attractive. Good ...

African violets are beautiful, endlessly varied, and just finicky enough to make growing them a rewarding challenge. On this Talk of Iowa, we are joined by Iowa State University horticulturists Cindy ...

Learn how to force African violets to bloom better and fuller by using proven care tips including proper light, watering, ...

The wild violet’s dainty flowers appear March through June under cooler weather patterns and range in color from blue to light violet, and dark violet and white. North Carolina State Extension Wild ...

Find out how to get African violets to bloom like never before with these simple tips. African violets can bloom nearly continuously, even in the depths of winter, but sometimes they may seem to ...

Although the earliest cave dwellers might not have had a pot of African violets (Saintpaulia spp.) inside their stone abodes, the compact colorful flowering plant has to be one of our oldest ...

Roses are red. Violets are blue. But sometimes they can be yellow, too. Or even white. Roughly 20 species of violets grow in Illinois, and many have heart-shaped leaves with five petals on blooms ...