African violets cultivation methods and precautions

How to grow African violets

temperature

African violets prefer a warm environment, and the suitable temperature for growth is around 16-24℃, 18-24℃ from April to October, and 12-16℃ from October to April of the following year. High temperature is not conducive to its growth, and generally the daytime temperature should not exceed 30℃. The night temperature in winter should not be lower than 10℃, otherwise frost damage is likely to occur.

illumination

African violets prefer a semi-shaded growing environment and are suitable for growing under scattered light. Provide proper shading in the summer to avoid sunburn on the leaves of African violets and keep the leaves green. However, if the indoor light is insufficient for a long time, the African violet will grow slowly, not bloom, or even grow too tall.

Watering

African violets are relatively resistant to moisture, so keep the soil moist. The temperature in early spring is relatively low, so do not water too much to avoid stem and leaf rot. In summer, it is better to water in the evening. Water more often at ordinary times and increase the air humidity of the surrounding environment by spraying water. Otherwise, the flower stalks will droop and the flowering period will be shortened. When spraying water, try to avoid too much water splashing on the leaves, and wipe them clean in time, otherwise it will cause leaf rot. As the temperature gradually drops in autumn and winter, watering should be reduced appropriately.

Fertilization

Apply fertilizer frequently with light fertilizer. During the growth period of African violets, apply fertilizer once every 10 days or so. It is advisable to use a thin, well-rotted liquid fertilizer or compound fertilizer combining nitrogen and phosphorus. Avoid applying too much nitrogen fertilizer, otherwise there will be lush leaves but few flowers. Generally, the ratio of nitrogen fertilizer, phosphorus fertilizer and potassium fertilizer should be 1:1:1.

soil

African violets like loose and fertile soil. It can usually be made by mixing leaf mold with sandy loam, or by mixing leaf mold, peat soil and sandy soil.

African violets breeding precautions

Under hot and humid climatic conditions, African violets are often susceptible to wilt, powdery mildew and leaf rot. At this time, you can apply 1000 times diluted 10% antibacterial agent 401 acetic acid solution by spraying or pouring it into the potting soil for prevention and control. The pests of African violets include scale insects and red spiders, which often occur during the growth period of the plant. You can spray 40% omethoate emulsifiable concentrate 1000 to prevent and control the pests.