Violets … Frankly speaking they can’t be named the beloved flowers of Americans. They don’t love them here. I even don’t know why. But my mom loves them and sometimes it seems to me that she has the whole violet garden, because it is impossible to count our pots with them.

Many people claim that violets are hard to grow and that they are very demanding plants. I can’t agree with the following statement. That is why I am ready to share with you my mom’s violets’ watering and growing tips:

First of all, always remember that these flowers like a lot of bright light but not hot direct sun. Your plant will bloom very often if you follow this trick. Pay attention, if your violet is not blooming – then most likely it needs more light. Try to move it near a lamp or in a brighter spot.  Don’t forget that even artificial light works!

The second option, violets need to stay evenly moist at all times!!! That is!!! DO NOT water the plant from the top of the pot. Always pull water in the lowest part of the pot. Only in this way the plan takes the water it needs. It is important to check the water level every 2-3 weeks.

Many gardeners claim that it is important to use fertilizer. With its help your plants will blossom very often. But my mom never uses it.

Violets do not like contrast or high (both hot and warm) temperatures. As a rule they prefer a temperature between 70°F and 80°F with about 80% humidity. Try to avoid humidity fluctuations.

Mom always says that it is better to plant your violet directly into the top portion of the pot.

There are a lot violet varieties. Traditionally there are purple, white, pink, white, and lavender violets. We love the most violets with ruffle edges on the flowers, or spotted flowers. We have a dog and a cat and we are ready to ensure you, all violets are pet friendly. They are not toxic to animals.

If you would like to grow your own violet just try to keep the temperature at about 70 degrees F. or the seeds may not sprout.

Always remember that violets look fantastic in a window box. And it is always possible to remove them after they stop blooming in the summer and plant them into the garden.

Good luck and enjoy the shots of my mom violets!