Q: I have heard that African violets are easy to grow, so I bought a few specimens last summer. Since they prefer lots of light, I put them in a west window. Over time, the leaves took on a yellow ...

African violets are one of America’s most popular houseplants. Under the proper growing conditions, they will bloom almost continuously indoors. Here are questions about growing African violets with ...

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 ...

My African violets look very healthy, but they don't bloom. What could the problem be? Healthy African violets that fail to bloom are not receiving enough light. They require 1,000 foot-candles of ...

"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 ...

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 ...

One plant that deserves attention during the winter is the African violet (Saintpaulia). The plant originally came from Africa, growing in the higher elevations of the tropics. Beautiful and easy to ...

close up of an African violet plant with many blooms - Gladassfanny/Getty Images With soft green leaves and delicate purple blooms, African violets (Saintpaulia ionantha) add a splash of ...

Violet Saintpaulias flowers, commonly known as African violets. It has been 25 years since a group of my students presented me with a plant that I recognized as an African violet. The plant had dark ...

How lovely would it be to give or receive a sweet flowering plant that will be around long after Valentine’s Day? African violets are just the right gift for Valentine’s Day since their language of ...