This beginner-friendly guide will walk you through some common africanvioletleaf problems, and what you need to do next.
Caring For AfricanVioletLeaves. 11 Common Problems & Fixes AfricanVioletsare adored for their interestingly textured foliage and bright blossoms.
For most growers,mature(blooming)violetsare usually repotted into the same size pot each time. The purpose of the regular repotting is to bury the stem that is exposed as lowerleavesare lost and to freshen the potting mix which tends to become acid over time.
Select a Healthy Leaf: Choose amature, healthy leaf with a sturdy petiole (leaf stem) from your AfricanVioletplant. Make a Clean Cut: Using a sterile razor blade or sharp scissors, remove the leaf with its petiole at a 45-degree angle where it attaches to the main stem.
Many mail-order companies sell leaf cuttings, which can be rooted and grown intomatureplants. Leaf cuttings are less expensive than fully grown plants and enable the Africanvioletfancier to afford a wider collection of plants on a tight budget.
This particular example perfectly highlights why Mature Violet Leaves is so captivating.
Semi-Miniature Africanvioletplants when fullymaturerange from 6-8 inches (15-20cm) in diameter across a single crown. The flowers on these plants can grow to 1.5 inches (3.8cm) across the petals and a single leaf blade can grow to 2 inches (5cm) in length.
