Saintpaulia Rococo Violet - Violete de Parma cu flori duble

African violets (Saintpaulia) are small and delicate houseplants, native to Tanzania and Kenya. They are known for their colorful and abundant flowers, which can be single, double, or semi-double, in various shades of blue, violet, pink, red, white, and yellow. The leaves of African violets are velvety, green in color, with scalloped or wavy edges.

Care tips:

Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun exposure, which can burn the leaves. An ideal position is near a window facing east or west.

Temperature: The ideal temperature is between 22 and 24°C. Sudden temperature fluctuations can cause flower drop. 

Watering: Water the plant when the soil is dry on the surface. Watering should be correlated with temperature - low temperature = small amount of water and rare watering; high temperature = more frequent and consistent watering. 

Humidity: African violets prefer moderate humidity. Avoid spraying the leaves, as it can make them prone to fungal diseases. 

Soil: Use well-drained soil, specially for African violets. The soil should be airy and retain enough moisture.

Fertilizing: Fertilize the plant once a month, during the growing period (spring-summer), with a diluted fertilizer for flowering plants. Use a fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium. Avoid fertilizing during winter.

Repotting: Repot the plant every 2-3 years, in a pot with a diameter 1-2 cm larger than the previous one. Choose a pot with drainage holes to avoid water stagnation. Repotting is done in spring or summer.

Height including pot: approx. 10-15 cm
Pot diameter: 9 cm
Leaves and flowers show variations in shape and color.

Note: The leaves of this plant are brittle and can be easily damaged during transport and handling. The price is valid for a plant with or without flowers.