African violets (Saintpaulia ionantha) need well-draining potting mixes that also provide good aeration. In my experience, they hate sitting in waterlogged soil, which leaves them vulnerable to ...

The best way to water an African violet plant is from the bottom up. Place your plant in a shallow tray of water for 30 minutes, allowing the soil to soak up the water through the drainage holes ...

Light: Flame violets prefer bright, indirect light. A north window would be perfect. - Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Like African Violets, Flame Violets don't ...