I have an African Violet plant that is very bushy, not leafy. Should it be repotted or divided or some of the leaves cut off during repotting?
What makes the leaves " curl " downward as if " clasping " to the pot.? One of my violets has " clusters " of leaves where the others have blossoms, very unusual for me. Is there something I need to do to start it blossoming?
African violet leaves may curl downward if they are too cold, if they are watered with cold water, or if the plant is in excessively bright light. This article may help you:
https://garden.org/nga/searchqa/answer/14971/
I recently repotted and drastically scaled down one of my African violets. There is now new growth in the middle of the crown which are definitely baby leaves. But coming out of the dirt, away from the main bulb of the plant is this small new growth and I have no idea what it is. It almost looks like it could be a weed of some sort. I don't want to remove it if it is good new growth though. Does anyone know what this is? Thanks!
It's difficult to say at this tiny stage. If your African Violet had flowers that produced seed and it dropped into the soil, it's possible you have sprouted a new plant.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/african-violet/african-violet-seeds.htm
Have recently acquired three healthy African violets which finished blooming. Instead of fertilizer I've given them casts from my vermicomposting and am wondering if this is adequate or if I should give them African violet fertilizer instead. How often should I expect them to bloom? They sit in an east facing window and get only morning sun for 6 hrs max. Do they need more light? Will artificial light help?
I would be afraid that this would be too much nutrients for them. You will want to fertilize with their specific food. It is also very important to note that these are always to be watered from the bottom of a self watering container. Any water you get on the leaves will usually cause infection. They do not need a whole lot of light, and an east facing window will be good. I would put them in a glass case if possible, to keep in the humidity... They tend to like a more humid environment. Unfortunately, it can be hard to predict flowering, as they can be unreliable. Some years they will bloom two or three times, and others may be two years in between blooms. It just depends on their environment.
This article will help you to care for these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/african-violet/african-violet-care.htm
I have grown violets in self-watering pots for thirty years. This is the first time I have had an issue. The new leaves are very tiny and the plant is not flowering. This is happening in several pots. Should I throw them out and start over? I have read that is the only remedy. Thank you.
It does sound like the plant is just aging. You may be able to give it a few more years by repotting, very carefully, but unfortunately, they may have lived their lifespan. You did very well to make them live that long, so I don't think you need any help with that!
Unfortunately, though, I do think it will be time to start over soon.
i love the violets and had them in germany for ever. i finally ound in Reno Nevada small pots with them. i live in truckee ca som 6500 feet up in the mountains. now 1 plant after replanting has ONLY small fine green leaves no flowers which it had when bought amonth ago. 2 plant being bought two weeks ago has leaves with gray yellow circular spots-- i replanted it. no 3 shed its leaves and flowers. WHAT TO DO? i follow strictly your care instructiob, pls advise thanks Reiner Meier
These are best suited for indoor care. They really need a very specific environment to flourish. This article will help you on their care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/african-violet/african-violet-care.htm
I have a violet that was given to me about 18 months ago. It has done well near my west kitchen window with deep green leaves and nice bunches of flowers. Until lately. The leaves seem to be droopy and upon closer inspection I noted that the roots have mostly pulled away from the stem. Perhaps they rotted, I don't know. I have been careful with water since I understand that they do not like to be too wet. So I have a stub stem with great leaves and flowers. Is the plant lost? Can I root it in water? Or is there another way to preserve this great little plant?
If the roots have rotted away then it will be too late to save it. I recommend only watering from a self watering container... This will do so from the bottom. If the future, you can use a few capfuls of peroxide in the water when you give it a drink. This will prevent any fungal infections from taking hold.
Here is an article for the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/african-violet/african-violet-care.htm