{"title":"African Violet","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"fantasy-hybrid-african-violet-seeds-03929-pk-p1","title":"Fantasy Hybrid African Violet Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you love African Violets, the sheer variety of this mix will delight you. And if you've never tried this lovely houseplant before, Fantasy is the place to start. You'll get single, semidouble, and double blooms in all the bright jewel tones of the family, including bicolors. Blooms of deep purple, lilac, pink, rose, red, and white—all with a tiny buttery center—top these neat, rosette-shaped plants for a long-lasting display.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBlooming just 5 to 6 months from sowing, these 1½- to 2-inch blooms arise in clusters above handsome, heavily textured dark green foliage. A favorite for its profuse bloom, lovely foliage, and ease of culture, the African Violet is one of the joys of indoor growing.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eSow the tiny seeds on top of moist growing medium (such as potting soil), keep moist, and provide plenty of light. A good choice for a bathroom with a bright window (it loves the humidity and needs the light.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354533007419,"sku":"03929-PK-P1","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_03929-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891718"},{"product_id":"products-little-gems-african-violet-seeds-54006-pk-p1","title":"Little Gems African Violet Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNational Garden Bureau named 2024 \"The Year of the African Violet\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican Violet Little Gems are adorable new varieties that are fun and rewarding to grow. The plants are on the smaller side, typically growing 3 to 8 inches in diameter. Grown under ideal conditions, these charming houseplants flower profusely several times a year, beginning 6 to 9 months after sprouting. The pink, white, red, and blue blooms, some with blotches or streaks, are perched atop thick, fuzzy green foliage, with some plants having variegation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia ionantha\u003c\/i\u003e, better known as African violets, are herbaceous perennial plants that grow slowly and stay compact. They thrive in smaller containers—ideally, the pot size should be about one-third of the leaf span—and require a light, well-aerated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/espoma-organic-potting-mix-27985\"\u003epotting mix\u003c\/a\u003e with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/luster-leaf-rapitest-soil-ph-meter-26109\"\u003eacidic pH between 5.8 and 6.2\u003c\/a\u003e. For best results, place African violets near a bright window within 12 inches or under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/growing-supplies\/lighting\"\u003efluorescent or LED lights\u003c\/a\u003e. Proper lighting ensures the leaves grow flat in a horizontal pattern, while insufficient light causes the leaf stems to grow taller, stretching upwards. Maintain evenly moist soil—neither overly soggy nor completely dry—and provide regular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/espoma-organic-bio-tone-starter-plus-plant-food-35875\"\u003efertilization\u003c\/a\u003e. Ideal growing conditions include temperatures between 65 and 80°F and humidity of 40 to 60 percent.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith optimal care, African violets have a lifespan of approximately 20 years, and some can live up to 50 years. As symbols of devotion, loyalty, and commitment, they make thoughtful gifts, particularly for occasions like Mother's Day or birthdays. Loved by container gardeners, these vibrant plants bring a splash of color to both home and office environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are planning to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/starting-seeds-indoors-with-the-park-seed-bio-dome-seed-starter-kit\"\u003estart your African violet seeds indoors\u003c\/a\u003e, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/growing-supplies\/seed-starting-indoor-growing-supplies\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. With the Bio Dome, you can control the temperature, light, and soil mix to ensure your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/the-shelf-life-of-seeds\"\u003eseeds\u003c\/a\u003e become strong for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/setting-out-seedlings\"\u003etransplant\u003c\/a\u003e.\r\nTo learn more about African violets, check out our blog, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/whats-the-difference-violets-violas-and-african-violets\"\u003eWhat's the Difference? Violets, Violas, and African Violets\u003c\/a\u003e.\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"parkseed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42354569216059,"sku":"54006-PK-P1","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/8580\/4859\/files\/Product_MediaImage_54006-PK-P1_1.jpg?v=1753891902"},{"product_id":"products-heirloom-african-violet-seeds-54005-pk-p1","title":"Heirloom African Violet Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNational Garden Bureau named 2024 \"The Year of the African Violet\" \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe delicate beauty of African violets has graced American homes and greenhouses for well over a century. Although new varieties, African Violet Heirloom seeds produce plants with similar colors and foliage shapes of older varieties beloved by previous generations of gardeners. The plants are large, reaching approximately 6 to 9 inches in diameter, with a similar height. They will begin to bloom 6 to 9 months after sprouting, setting pink and purple flowers several times a year, almost continuously with proper care. The cheerful violet-like blossoms perch just above a neat rosette of thick, fuzzy, dark green leaves, which keep the plant attractive even when not in bloom. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia ionantha\u003c\/i\u003e varieties, commonly called African violets, these heirloom types are low- and slow-growing plants with a compact habit and free-flowering nature. African violets grow and bloom best in small pots, ideally only one-third the diameter of their leaf span, filled with light and porous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/espoma-organic-potting-mix-27985\"\u003epotting mix\u003c\/a\u003e having an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/luster-leaf-rapitest-soil-ph-meter-26109\"\u003eacidic pH between 5.8 and 6.2\u003c\/a\u003e. Place the plants within 12 inches of a bright window or under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/growing-supplies\/lighting\"\u003efluorescent or LED lights\u003c\/a\u003e. If they receive adequate light, the leaves will grow in a flat horizontal wheel; inadequate light produces long leaf stems that reach upwards. To look their best, African violets require evenly moist soil—neither soggy, nor bone dry—and regular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/products\/espoma-organic-bio-tone-starter-plus-plant-food-35875\"\u003efertilization\u003c\/a\u003e. Conditions with temperatures between 65 and 80°F with 40 to 60 percent humidity are ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown in optimal conditions, African violets live about 20 years on average but can live up to 50 years. As a symbol of devotion, commitment, and faithfulness, African violets make a thoughtful gift, especially for Mother's Day and birthdays. They are popular with container gardeners and add a pop of color to home and office interiors. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are planning to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/blog\/starting-seeds-indoors-with-the-park-seed-bio-dome-seed-starter-kit\"\u003estart your African violet seeds indoors\u003c\/a\u003e, be sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.parkseed.mom\/growing-supplies\/seed-starting-indoor-growing-supplies\/bio-domes\"\u003eBio Dome Seed Starter Kit\u003c\/a\u003e. 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