How To Revive African Violets

How to revive african violets

First, trim off any dead, droopy, or mushy foliage. These leaves won't recover; removing them frees up energy for your plant to heal. Next, remove your African violet from its pot and gently brush the soil from the roots. Remove any black or mushy root segments and apply root rot treatment if the damage is severe.

Why is my African violet dying?

Overwatering is generally the most common problem. If you suspect that you have overwatered your African violet more than a few times, check the roots. Roots with root rot feel soft and appear brown or black. Trim off any damaged roots.

How do I get my African violets to bloom again?

The most common reason African violets don't bloom is because they aren't getting enough light. African violets need indirect sunlight, direct can burn the leaves. Choose a north- or east- facing window for best results. Keep plants away from cold glass and rotate the pot once a week so all leaves receive light.

How do you restart an African violet?

Take up all the big ones remove any blooms any bloom. Stocks.

What does an overwatered African violet look like?

If your African Violet plant has been over-watered, the soil will retain too much water. This retention of water will cause the leaves and /or leaf stems to turn soft, limp or mushy.

What kills African violets?

Use a broadleaf killer that contains 2,4-D or Dicamba, and it will selectively kill the violets without damaging the grass. Another great wild violet herbicide is called Drive (quinclorac).

Will an African violet come back?

How Often Do African Violets Bloom? One of the reasons African violets are so well-loved is that they can bloom nearly year-round with the right care. Each healthy flower will last two or three weeks. A happy plant can continue producing new blossoms regularly for 10 to 12 months out of the year.

Should African violets be watered from the top or bottom?

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 at the bottom of the pot.

Should I remove damaged African violet leaves?

When you cut back an African violet, the goal is simply to remove dead or damaged leaves and spent flowers. It is strictly a beauty regimen that also allows new growth to access more light and air. You can cut back an African violet at any time of the year, unlike the pruning rules on many other types of plants.

Where is the best place to put an African violet?

African violets are strictly indoor plants in North America, largely because their leaves need to stay dry. Grow plants in bright, indirect light for the best color and blooms. A plant stand three feet away from a west- or south-facing window is an ideal location.

Does Epsom salt help African violets bloom?

Epsom salts provide plants with essential magnesium and sulfur – two minerals needed to produce beautiful blooms and healthy foliage. What is this? Mix one and a half teaspoons of Epsom salts in a quart of tepid water and swirl to dissolve. Water your African violets (below the leaves) with this solution once a month.

Should African violets be misted?

DO NOT mist the foliage. Water on the foliage may cause permanent leaf spotting. Use water that is room temperature. African violets are susceptible to crown rot, so it is important that the crown (the section of the plant at soil level) is not saturated with water.

How often do African violets need watered?

Only water once a week and allow the plant to completely dry between waterings. One ingenious way of making sure your African violets are never over watered is by setting up a wicking system.

How long should I soak my African violet?

Let the water sit for a bit. Your African violet is finicky about its water. Make sure the water is either tepid or at room temperature before giving it to your plant. It's best to let it sit for 24-48 hours, but if you can't, then let it stand for at least an hour.

Do African violets need direct sunlight?

African violets need bright light to bloom, but cannot tolerate hot, direct sun because their leaves are easily scorched by intense light. Violets bloom best at temperatures from 65 to 75 degrees.

How do you rehab an overwatered plant?

Steps To Save A Drowning Plant

Stop watering. It's obvious, but don't give your plant any more water, no matter how much it wilts.
Move it. If your plant is in a bright window, move it to spot with less light.
Double-check drainage. ...
Add air. ...
Repot. ...
Mist wilted leaves. ...
Water when dry. ...
Give it a week.

Can you spray water on African violets?

Fill a spray bottle with room temperature or tepid water. Spray the African Violet leaves with water and clean the leaves using your fingers rubbing the top and bottom part of the leaves. You can also use the spray bottle method to clean the African Violet leaves with liquid soap.

Why is my African violet shriveling up?

There may be a couple of reasons why your plant is wilting. It could be that the plant is too dry and needs water. On the other hand, wilting African violet leaves may also be a sign of overwatering. This can occur when the plant is watered too much, especially if the plant is in a plastic pot.

Can my African violet Be Saved?

If the signs of a dying African Violet are wilting flowers or flowers falling off your plant either needs more water, less light, or a nutrient-fortified growing mix. If the stem or crown looks rotted have a look at the roots and change the potting soil.

How long does African violet live?

When to Repot Your African Violets. Repotting these blooms is so important due to their long lifespan. "Remember that African violets have a very long lifespan and have been said to last up to 50 years," says Ryan McEnaney, public relations and communications specialist for Bailey Nurseries.