Are eggshells good for African violets?

Are eggshells good for African violets?

Food Leftovers Used coffee grounds and crushed egg shells are excellent sources of nitrogen, phosphoric acid, calcium, potassium and other trace elements and minerals. Save these items from your kitchen, dry them out in a low-heat oven and crush them in a blender.

How long does it take for an African violet to rebloom?

six to nine months

How do you care for an African violet indoors?

How to Care for African Violets

  1. Keep the soil lightly moist and use room-temperature water.
  2. Leaves are susceptible to rot if kept in high humidity, so water African violets from the bottom to avoid getting excess water on the leaves.
  3. Dust dirt off the leaves with a small, soft brush.

Is African Violet a lucky plant?

The beautiful African violet has rounded leaves that symbolize wealth in Chinese culture. The bright purple flowers of this plant are energizing to feng shui practices and represent prosperity, making the African violet rich with vibes of good fortune.

What kind of light do African violets need?

African violets need bright light to bloom, but cannot tolerate hot, direct sun because their leaves are easily scorched by intense light. Violets bloom best at temperatures from 65 to 75 degrees.

Do African violets do well in the bathroom?

African violets like humid rooms, so a sunny bathroom or kitchen window can work well. Fertilizer: Well-grown African violets can bloom all year.

Where can I buy African violets online?

To purchase Optimara Violets online, visit the Selective Gardener! We specialize in plant care products made specifically for African Violets. In addition to Optimara Violets and leaf cuttings, the Selective Gardener offers the complete line of Optimara plant care products.

Does Home Depot sell African violets?

African violet - Plant Food & Fertilizer - Plant Care - The Home Depot.

Where can I find violets?

Wild violets are native to many areas throughout (central and eastern) Canada and the US. Although they are located in Europe, they are not as common as they are in Canada and the US. There are wild violets in Australia as well.

What is a Trailing African Violet?

Trailing African Violets: These plants have multiple stems growing from the same plant roots and are known as multi-crown plants. Each stem has leaves which are in long in size and which also grow symmetrically in a radial/circular pattern.