How to propagate African Violets
This article introduces some small gardening experiences on how to propagate African Violets, including the timing and methods, as follows:
African Violets, also known as African Purple Violets, are native to the tropical regions of East Africa. They have a long blooming period and can flower throughout the year. There are many varieties with small flowers in various colors such as purple and pink, which are very beautiful when in bloom and have high ornamental value. The main propagation methods include seeding, cutting, and tissue culture. Next, let's talk about the leaf cutting propagation method for African Violets.
1. Preparing the leaves
Before propagation, select healthy, robust, and rounded leaves that are in good condition. Use a sterilized knife to cut them directly. If there is any rot on the edges of the leaves, make sure to trim these parts off.
2. Preparing the substrate
Use a loose, fertile, well-draining neutral or slightly acidic soil as the substrate. You can choose different soil substrates like perlite and peat moss and mix them in appropriate proportions.
3. The propagation process
Gently insert the prepared leaves into the soil, and then you can cover the leaves with a plastic bag to keep them warm and moist, which can increase the survival rate. During the rooting period, prepare a tray filled with water under the pot to keep the soil moist. When the leaf stalks have grown leaves, you can thin the seedlings. If the leaves become too dense, it can lead to insufficient nourishment for the plant, so you can trim the leaves accordingly. After thinning, you can move the plant to a shaded area to adapt to the environment and avoid direct sunlight.
4. Precautions
Keep the temperature range for African Violets between 18-24 degrees Celsius. Also, keep them moist by spraying water around the pot to increase the humidity of the environment, but be careful not to splash water on the leaves, as this can cause them to rot.
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