african violet
By Greenthumb
- 7 Apr, 2008
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The buds are just forming, but I couldn't wait, had to share.
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Very healthy violet Greenthumb!!!
29 Oct, 2008
Thanks, :-)
29 Oct, 2008
Very beautiful and healthy plant! Do you ever wash the leaves?
I used to grow many of these plants...they used to bloom almost all year. I found the secret to washing the leaves to prevent white aphids from taking over the plants. I found out when washing the leaves, the water temperature must be over 80 degrees or the leaves will spot.
14 Nov, 2008
Oh, great tip Delonix. I'm getting addicted. No real pest problems but the leaves do get a little dingey. I don't want rust so haven't washed. Now I can! They all seem to go into an intense green growth cycle for the next few months, than back to blooming. :-)
15 Nov, 2008
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This photo is of species Saintpaulia ionantha.
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This photo is of "African violet 'light pink'" in Greenthumb's garden
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Beautiful plant ! Nice and healthy. Can't wait to see those blooms.
7 Apr, 2008