Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. An African violet with purple flowers. With their diminutive size, colorful blooms, and attractive foliage, African violets are ...

African violets are hardy, beautiful plants that add vibrant color and old-world charm to your houseplant collection. Native to tropical Tanzania and southeastern Kenya, they prefer warmer climates—in ...

African violets are a must-have for any indoor garden because they flower year-round under the right growing conditions. These pretty houseplants are available in more than 16,000 named varieties!

For some, winter can be a depressing time of year. With cold, dreary weather, shorter days, and less opportunity to spend time outside, it's easy to become gloomy. That's one of the reasons many ...

African violets are known for their fuzzy green leaves and bright blooms. These popular household plants thrive in indirect light with moist soil. When cared for properly, African violets can last for ...

Although they were discovered only about a century ago, African violets (Saintpaulia spp.) today are one of the country’s favorite houseplants. Not surprising, they’re easy to grow. In fact, many ...

I was gifted a potted African violet, but I'm not sure how to take care of it. I have heard they are hard to keep alive. What can I do to care for this plant? African violets do have the reputation of ...

Oh, the African violet! Who can resist a smile upon seeing those brightly colored flowers and velvety leaves? My memory is filled with visions of the purple, pink, and white flowers on my Aunt Rosie's ...

Interest in African violets has been on the uptick for the past couple of years. Whether it’s the renewed appeal of house plants in general, or because violet breeders are introducing new colors and ...

Although they were discovered only about a century ago, African violets (Saintpaulia spp.) today are one of the country’s favorite houseplants. Not surprising, they’re easy to grow. In fact, many ...