African violets are a type of perennial plant that will bloom multiple times throughout its life. Though they are commonly thought of as a houseplant, they can also be grown outdoors in certain climates. African violets typically bloom in the spring and summer, but with the right care, they can bloom year-round.
Yes, African violets will bloom again.
How do you keep African violets blooming all year?
African violets need indirect sunlight to bloom. Direct sunlight can burn the leaves. Choose a north- or east- facing window for best results. Keep plants away from cold glass and rotate the pot once a week so all leaves receive light.
If your African violet is droopy, it may be due to a lack of water. Give it a good drink and its leaves should spring back to life within 24 hours. If your plant is well-watered and still droopy, check to see if it is by an air vent.
What time of year do African violets bloom
African violets are able to bloom nearly year-round if the correct conditions are met. Each bloom lasts for about 2-3 weeks, and with 10-12 months of blooming each year, these plants are quite impressive.
If you have an African Violet that is blooming, be sure to pinch or deadhead spent blooms. This will allow the plant to continue to put energy into creating more buds/blooms and beautiful foliage.
How do I force my African violet to bloom?
If you want your African violet to bloom again, here are eight ways to make it happen:
1. Let There Be Light: African violets need bright, indirect light to bloom. If your plant isn’t getting enough light, it may stop blooming.
2. Turn Up the Humidity: African violets also love humidity. If the air in your home is too dry, your plant may stop blooming.
3. Replenish Essential Nutrients: African violets need nutrients to bloom. If your plant isn’t getting enough, it may stop blooming.
4. Keep it Pleasant: African violets like it cool and moist. If the temperature or moisture level in your home is too high or low, your plant may stop blooming.
5. Choose the Right Soil: African violets need well-draining, slightly acidic soil to bloom. If your plant isn’t in the right type of soil, it may stop blooming.
6. Protect From Pests & Disease: African violets are susceptible to pests and disease. If your plant is infested or diseased, it may stop blooming.
7. Constrict the Roots
African violets need bright, indirect sunlight to bloom well. Too little sunlight causes them to stretch for the light and produce few or no flowers; too much sun can burn the leaves. An east-facing window is ideal, especially with a sheer curtain to block the sun’s harshest rays.
What is the lifespan of an African violet?
African violets are a beautiful and long-lasting addition to any home, but they require some special care to keep them looking their best. Repotting them every few years is essential to keeping them healthy and vibrant. With proper care, these lovely plants can bloom for many years to come.
Cutting off the bottom of the root ball and repotting your violet will help it to grow new roots. Try to repot your violet more often to avoid having to cut a large amount of the root ball away.
How often should a African Violet be watered
A wicking system is when you have a tray of water underneath your planter that the plant’s roots can access as needed. This way, the plant can never be over watered because it will only absorb as much water as it needs.
African violets grow best in slightly acidic soil that is well drained. Miracle-Gro® Indoor Potting Mix provides the perfect growing environment for African violets and other indoor plants. This potting mix is formulated to help ensure that African violets have the proper drainage and soil conditions to thrive.
Where is the best place to put an African violet?
African violets need bright, indirect light to thrive. A good location for them is near an east or north window, where they will get plenty of light without being in direct sun. If you don’t have a suitable window, you can place African violets under a fluorescent light fixture with two 40-watt fluorescent tubes.
It is fine to water African violets from the top or bottom. It is important not to use cold water; lukewarm or warm is preferred. If you water from the top, be careful not to get water on the leaves when the plant is in the sun; this is to avoid leaf spots.
Why are the leaves on my African violet limp
If your African Violet plant has been over-watered, the soil will retain too much water. This retention of water will cause the leaves and /or leaf stems to turn soft, limp or mushy. Over-watering is a common problem with African Violets and can be easily fixed by watering less frequently or by using a well-drained potting mix.
Be sure not to mist the foliage of your African violet as this can cause permanent leaf spotting. Use water that is room temperature to avoid crown rot, which is a common issue for African violets.
Do African violets outgrow their pots?
African Violets are known to be able to thrive in different types of soil, but many successful growers still recommend repotting with fresh potting soil at least twice a year, or even more often. The main reason for this is to prevent the plant from becoming rootbound, which happens when the Violet has outgrown its current pot and its roots are growing out and around the rootball. If you notice that your African Violet is starting to become rootbound, then it’s time to repot it in a larger pot with fresh potting soil.
If you want your African Violet to bloom again, you’ll need to remove the existing flowers or buds (disbud). Under optimal growing conditions, the plant will rebloom in 6 to 8 weeks.
Final Words
Yes, African violets will bloom again.
African violets are a type of flowering plant that originate from Africa. They are typically grown as houseplants, and are known for their brightly colored flowers. African violets typically bloom for a few weeks at a time, and then enter a dormant period. However, with the proper care, African violets can be induced to bloom again. Therefore, if you are patient and willing to care for your African violets, you can enjoy their flowers once again.
