1 teal packet of 20 Lil Gems African Violet Seeds (care guide included)
(Find more info on germinating seeds by going to our seed guide)
Lil African Violets are similar to standard violets, however they’re 3-6in wide and some leaves are variegated. You can also expect some variation in flower color and leaf shape. Since this variety is a hybrid, germination rates are lower(about 50%).
About the seeds:
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Level: |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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Germination Time:(days) |
14-30 days |
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Depth(in) |
sprinkle on the surface of soil |
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Spacing(in) |
2-5 per soil pod or planter |
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Recommended planter |
small soil pod or 2-3" nursery planter |
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Time to Maturity(days) |
6-7 months |
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Seed Prep |
pre-soak | scarification | stratification | none |
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Method |
greenhouse method | paper towel method |
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Temperature |
70F - 80F |
About the Plants:
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Description |
small bushy plant with velvety green leaves with some white variegation and pastel-colored blooms. |
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Difficulty |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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Growth Speed |
slow | medium | fast |
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Size of plant |
8”-16” |
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Light |
full sun | partial sun | shade | grow lights |
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Soil |
well- draining coconut coir/peat-based potting mix |
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Temperature |
warm | cool |
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Pet-friendly |
cats | dogs | no |
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Pests |
crown & root rot, blight, spider mites, mealy bugs |
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Fertilization |
heavy | moderate | light |
Extra tips or info: Fertilize potting mix with diluted liquid fertilizer prior to sowing and continue watering with diluted fertilizer as the seedlings grow. If using a grow light, place the planter ~10in away from the light and keep the lights on for 10hrs a day.
For the 2021 growing season.