African violets are popular houseplants because they are relatively easy to care for and they flower frequently. One of the key things to keeping your African violet healthy is giving it the right amount of light. African violets need 12-14 hours of light per day, but it should be indirect light. If you are using a grow light, look for one that emits around 4,000 lumens.
African violets need about 28-32 lumens per square foot.
Are LED lights good for African violets?
A full spectrum LED light strip can also work for African Violet plants, especially those with a higher ratio of red/blue wavelengths mixed in with green and yellow wavelengths. These strips can provide a balanced mixture of light, which is beneficial for African Violet plants.
A fluorescent light fixture suspended 8 to 10 inches above plants and left on for 12 to 16 hours per day should provide sufficient light for African violets. This will help to ensure that the plants receive the appropriate amount of light and help to promote healthy growth.
What lamps are best for African violets
African violets need a lot of light to grow well, but too much direct sunlight can scorch their leaves. A good starting point is to place one 5000K T5HO fluorescent light bulb above the AVs to achieve a range of 3000-3500 Lux for standards, and 4500-5000 Lux (two bulbs may be required) for mini’s and semi-mini’s.
Most African violet light stands use 40 watt tubes. Larger tubes are much dearer, and 20 watt tubes are not so economical considering the cost of making a stand and the diminishing light at the ends of the tubes.
Do African violets do well in fluorescent light?
African violets are beautiful plants that can brighten up any room. However, they should never be exposed to direct sunlight as this can damage their delicate leaves. Instead, they should be placed in a spot where they will receive indirect sunlight or artificial light from a fluorescent lamp. Incandescent lamps may also be used, but they are not as effective and produce more heat.
African violets need bright light for best growth and flowering. However, excessive light can cause leaves to be pale or greenish-yellow. Some leaves may show dark green areas where they have been shaded by upper leaves. Growth slows when light is too high and plants become very compact.
How do I know if my African violet is getting enough light?
If you can barely see the shade of your hand over the Violet, then it is getting the correct amount of light. African Violets need lots of indirect sunlight to thrive.
African violets need plenty of sunlight, but only indirect sunlight. If violets get more than this, they will begin to show signs of scorching on the leaves and flowers. In some cases, too much sunlight will turn variegated leaf varieties entirely green.
How long should grow lights be on for African violets
If you are growing plants indoors under grow lights, it is important to set the bulbs at the correct height. For most plants, the bulbs should be 12″ to 15″ above the tops of the plants, depending on the strength of the bulbs and size of the plants. African violets, however, must have at least eight hours of darkness daily to produce flowers, so the timer should be set to 14 hours of light and 10 hours of dark each day.
For African violets, it is generally recommended to use a light bulb with a combination of cool white and warm white light. This provides the plants with a good balance of color temperature, which is important for their growth. Personally, I have only used cool white bulbs for my plants and they seem to work well.
Do African violets like to be misted?
It’s important to not mist the foliage of African violets, as water on the leaves can cause permanent leaf spotting. Use room-temperature water instead, and be careful not to saturate the crown of the plant (the section of the plant at soil level), as this can lead to crown rot.
African violets need indirect light to grow well and produce abundant flowers. If they don’t get enough light, they will have few or no flowers and their leaves will become darker green and thin with long, weak stems. African violets can be easily grown under artificial lights.
How much heat can African violets tolerate
African violets prefer a warm temperature of around 70 degrees F. However, they are able to tolerate a temperature range between 60-80 degrees. If the temperature gets too hot, they will suffer. Therefore, it is best to keep the temperature difference between day and night no more than 5 degrees.
African violets need bright, indirect light in order to thrive. A site near an east or north window is often a good location, as it will provide the right amount of light without exposing the plant to direct sunlight, which can be harmful. If a suitable window isn’t available, African violets can be placed under a fluorescent light fixture containing two 40-watt fluorescent tubes.
Do African violets like bigger pots?
African violets are beautiful, compact plants that are easy to care for indoors. They do best when they are slightly pot-bound, so choose a pot that’s on the smaller side. Professional Tip: If you have a standard African violet plant, your starter pot should be about 3-4 inches in diameter.
Plastic is the most optimum material for growing African Violet plants because it is fuss free and the soil doesn’t dry out. They are also long lasting and available in a variety of sizes and colors.
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African violets need about 500 lumens per square meter.
Some African violets can do well in low-light situations with around 50 to 80 lumens per square foot. But most African violets need a brighter environment and usually perform best in an area that receives 1,000 to 1,200 lumens per square foot.
