African Violet Pink (Saintpaulia ionantha)

About African Violet Pink (Saintpaulia ionantha)

The African Violet is a compact flowering plant with fuzzy, velvety leaves and clusters of pink blooms. It's a popular windowsill plant that flowers repeatedly through the year when its light and watering needs are met, and is considered non-toxic and pet-safe.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light - an east-facing window is ideal. Avoid direct sun, which can burn the leaves.
• Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix formulated for African Violets.
• Humidity: Moderate humidity is sufficient.

Placement

Best on a bright windowsill or shelf with filtered light - out of direct sun and away from cold drafts.

Care

• Watering: Water from below or carefully at the soil line, avoiding wetting the leaves and crown, which can cause rot. Keep soil lightly moist, not soggy.
• Fertilizer: Feed with a diluted African Violet-specific fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
• Repotting: Yearly, into a shallow pot slightly larger than the root ball.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms and remove yellowing leaves to encourage new flowers.

Note: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. This plant flowers, producing clusters of pink blooms under the right conditions. Generally considered non-toxic and pet-safe.