How To Pot And Care For African Violets. African violets do better when they are slightly underpotted. When the top inch or two of soil is dry to the touch water until the pot just starts to drain.
Dust dirt off the leaves with a small soft brush. Try not to do it with cold water as this may. Remove plant from container gently tease roots and cut away any circled or tangled roots.
I prefer to use terra-cotta pots for my African violets since terra cotta is breathable.
1162017 To care for African Violets you should know that they need plenty of water they need to be planted on rich moist soil. Leaves are susceptible to rot if kept in high humidity so water African violets from the bottom to avoid getting excess water on the leaves. Repot only when necessary into a pot that is one size up. They are great as gifts to build memories.