African Violet. A free flowering novelty plant with pretty flowers produced intermittently throughout the year which can be grown in a wine glass. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 8cm. Flowers March to October. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C.
Saintpaulia MICRO-MINIATURE TYPES
A free flowering novelty plant with pretty flowers produced intermittently throughout the year which can be grown in a wine glass
Additional information
| Generic | Saintpaulia |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | MICRO-MINIATURE TYPES |
| Common Name | African Violet |
| Flower Colour | mixed colours |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Spread | 8cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Dead head regularly, Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Remove any dead or diseased wood |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Mealy bugs, Botrytis, Powdery mildew, Vine weevils |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Division |
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