While these plants may not look alike at first glance, African violets and orchids are both prized for their tropical vibe ...

Limp, wilted plants. This can be caused by overwatering, poor drainage or root rot. Violets prefer evenly moist but not soggy ...

African violets, or Saintpaulia, have been in the spotlight recently as houseplant lovers are brightening up their interiors ...

To start a chaste tree from seed, collect and extract the seed from mature fruit in the fall. Plant it in a container filled with well-draining soil, water it, and leave it outdoors over the winter.

Flowering plants represent about one-sixth ... Hint: Only a very specialized pollinator can reach this flower's nectar. The common blue violet has a variety of insect pollinators, but there ...

Use the tips below to provide your plants with the right balance of light, water, fertilizer, and other care to encourage plentiful flowers. Stress may cause an African violet to stop blooming.