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This depends on the variety, amount of light, fertilizer, and the plant it receives. Some African violet plants bloom every month and hold their blooms for long periods of time before it whithers and dies which is refered to as a sticktite blossom. Other varieties only bloom two times a year.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoIt is recommended that we fertilize our African violets every time they are watered. Mix according to directions on container. Good fertilizers are Jacks, optimara, miracle gro, you can find these online.
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∙ 15y agoIt is possible for an African violets to live many, many years by taking off two or three rows of leaves, scraping the main stem and planting it into clean soil less African violet mix, and moisten. Do this twice a year, place it in a ziplock bag for 6 weeks in good light, after that new roots should be growing from the stem you scrapped.
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∙ 15y agoAfrican violets grow fairly fast if given the proper growing conditions and light, a new leaf from the center crown area will emerge about every three or four weeks. It takes a good six to seven months to maturity and then it will start blooming. Some varieties grow faster than others.
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∙ 14y agoIt's a good idea to fertilize every time you water, so example: if you water with fertilizer two times a week that would be 96 times a year you woul be watering.
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∙ 14y agoSome varieties of African violet flowers can live a week although the flower usually starts to turn brown and will wilt.
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∙ 8y agoAfrican violets can be grown to flower all year round indoors.
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∙ 9y agoMine do all the time. Put in a north window, feed violet food as directed and do not over water. Let the soil dry out before you water.
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∙ 10y agoalmost all year long
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What seasons do African Violet flowers bud in?
The seasons that African violets flower depend on their variety. Some of the older varieties seem to flower all the time or at least every two months. Please refer to the related link below where you can see many photographs of beautiful African violets.
Why are your African violets not blooming -- I am using Miracol-Gro african violet food?
It has been my experience that African violets seem to prefer being a bit "pot bound" Mine tend not to bloom until the appear a bit crowded in their container. They also need a fair amount of sunlight to bloom. I keep mine on the covered front porch in summer where they get lots of bright but no direct sun light, and they bloom all summer.
What is the scientific name for African violets?
The scientific name for African violets is Saintpaulia.
Is there a dormant period for African violets?
There doesn't have to be a dormant period for African violets [Saintpaulia spp]. Specifically, they're capable of flowering year-round. Important factors are temperature, moisture, light, humidity, growing medium, feeding, and container. Particularly important are the light and the feeding in terms of continuous bloom times.
What is the amount of sunlight and water for growing violets?
African violets do not like direct sunlight because the leaves will be burned and unsightly spots will appear. They do need good light from the north or east window. They require 8 to 10 hours a day to bloom well. Give enough water to keep violets moist (not soaking wet) all the time.
What time of the day do violets bloom?
Violets will bloom during daylight hours when in season.
What seasons do African Violet flowers bud in?
The seasons that African violets flower depend on their variety. Some of the older varieties seem to flower all the time or at least every two months. Please refer to the related link below where you can see many photographs of beautiful African violets.
Why are your African violets not blooming -- I am using Miracol-Gro african violet food?
It has been my experience that African violets seem to prefer being a bit "pot bound" Mine tend not to bloom until the appear a bit crowded in their container. They also need a fair amount of sunlight to bloom. I keep mine on the covered front porch in summer where they get lots of bright but no direct sun light, and they bloom all summer.
What is the scientific name for African violets?
The scientific name for African violets is Saintpaulia.
When do wild violets grow?
They first bloom in the spring.
What time of the year do African violets grow?
They will grow all year if cultivated properly. African violets grow very well under a fluorescent light. Some hybrids will flower three or fours times a year while others will only bloom once a year.
What is the amount of sunlight needed to grow African violets?
African violets do not like direct sunlight because the leaves will be burned and unsightly spots will appear. They do need good light from the north or east window. They require 8 to 10 hours a day to bloom well. You can also grow violets using flourescent lighting. Give enough water to keep violets moist (not soaking wet) all the time.
Can African violets cause an allergic reaction?
Yes, African violets emit pollen which can trigger an allergy.
Do African violets have flowers?
Yes, indeed they do. African violets have beautiful flowers, they grow in many colors.
Are African violets autotrophic or heterotrophic?
African Violets are plants and make their own food, so they are autotrophs.
Is there a dormant period for African violets?
There doesn't have to be a dormant period for African violets [Saintpaulia spp]. Specifically, they're capable of flowering year-round. Important factors are temperature, moisture, light, humidity, growing medium, feeding, and container. Particularly important are the light and the feeding in terms of continuous bloom times.
Can people eat African violets?
no
