Classic seed starting methods and supplies include the use of compressed peat pellets with pre-drilled holes. Using Jiffy pellets for seed propagation enables gardeners to easily start seeds indoors under lights for transplant after the last frost.

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Rooting leaves in water is one of the traditional methods of African violet propagation dating back to the early days of the plants’ popularity in North America. If your grandmother grew African violets from leaf cuttings she probably used this method …

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African violets are easy to propagate from leaf cuttings. Rooting leaves in potting soil, soilless mix or inorganic media such as perlite or vermiculite will produce new plantlets reliably and with very little care and attention.

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African violet seeds are fun to sow and grow, but finding them available for purchase can be difficult. We tell you where to locate and buy African violet seeds as well as other flower and vegetable seeds.

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African violet propagation is fun and easy, and the least expensive way to increase your collection. It is also the best way to learn about proper care and culture from the ground up, and provides an excellent teaching project for children.

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Gloxinia (Sinningia speciosa, or Florist Gloxinia) are easy to grow as house plants despite their reputation for being difficult. Like African violet seeds, gloxinia seeds need light in order to germinate and therefore the seeds were sprinkled on top of moistened medium …

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Seed propagation of African violets requires a basic understanding of the requirements for successful seed germination: light, warmth and moisture. Planting African violet seeds is a simple but rewarding process, with new plantlets showing as early as 9 weeks.

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