African violets are one of my favorite plants! That has been established by now. I’m in two African Violet societies and a member of the African Violet Society of America. I’m a little obsessed. I think that might have been mentioned before, as well.
African Violets are “Grandma” Plants
I know some people still think of them as “grandma plants” and wouldn’t have one in their home. I’m going to show you plants your grandma could have only dreamed of. The following pictures are of those that have been blooming here in the last couple of months. Some are from an African violet show I attended. I have many more pictures but thought you’d fall asleep if I showed you all of them. They are beautiful and you can find some amazing plants on the Lyndon Lyon website.
My favorite African violets
I have to admit that I have plenty of pink and green varieties. They are my favorites. ‘Harmony’s Frilly Dealy’ is at the top of the list. I also like variegated foliage. When the flowers are out of bloom, they are still attractive.
Miniature violets
I especially appreciate the mini violets. They take up less room in a house already crammed full of plants and they are so cute! If you still think African violets are old-fashioned and not your style, I’m sorry. You don’t know what you are missing. Having plants in your house that are almost constantly in bloom is a no-brainer in my opinion. I’m going to keep collecting them and I hope you see the beauty and buy a couple, as well.
If you need help caring for your African violet, check this out. Have a great week, plant friends!
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Your post makes my heart smile! I love African Violets, too!
Thanks, Arlene! Have a great day! Lisa
I love African Violets! I am always looking for sources online, there just aren’t any available here.
Marilyn, I’m sorry there aren’t any online sources. Where do you live? Lisa
I’ve purchased from a site called Violet Barn. They are in NY I believe, I am in CO. They do ship and everything I’ve seen ordered has arrived in excellent ckndition.
Yes! Violet Barn and Lyndon Lyon are two of the best. Lisa
Violets are the first plant I successfully didn’t kill after I learned to bottom water them. I love them BECAUSE of my grandma. Her name was Violet and she was an avid gardener and always had violets. My houseplant collection has grown since the one violet I bought 3 years ago. It’s a beautiful dark purple and has given me several baby plants to share with others. I have a light pink and light purple one now as well. Oddly the light purple used to have white throughout it but when she flowered this year it was gone. Still pretty though. I love your violets! Just found your blog today and am also from the Detroit area!
Hi Elizabeth,
Thanks for your comments. I love your story about your violets. I had a great Aunt Violet and she was my favorite. I’m glad your violet collection is growing (growing well and growing in number).
Lisa
What is the name of the pink leaf variegated one ?
Hi Norman,
I’m sorry I don’t know and I don’t have it anymore. I was writing a book this year and some plants have definitely suffered. Lisa
Hi Lisa,
Could that vari. pink leaf plant be Optimara Romance.
I have three that look identical to the plant you posted.
Mr. Miagi (John)
Hi John,
Thanks for the id!
Lisa