I just got it 2 weeks ago...I followed the directions...water from bottom and no standing water! No direct sunlight! The flowers are turning brown and I don't know what I am doing wrong!
Help, Im killing my african violet!?
Don't overwater your plant, that's as bad as not enough water. Just feel the soil, if it's damp then don't water. Also, it may be suffering from Botrytis Blight. Botrytis blight is caused by the fungus Botrytis cinerea and often first appears as small water-soaked lesions on the underside of the leaf. Leaves, stems or flowers appear blighted and turn dark brown to gray, often with a fuzzy coating on the surface.
Reply:My understanding is nothing should touch the leaves, they are very sensitive.
Reply:Try dappled sunlight and less water. Unless you're in the desert, water them sparingly. Once a week or so. I just used a glass and carefully pored water around the edge, careful not to get the leaves.
My inlaws had a back porch with lattice work cover and they grew the most beautiful african violets. Maybe they're root bound and need a bigger pot? Cut off the really bad brown leaves.
Reply:African violets don't need a lot of water. Don't water for a few days and see if this helps. If the dirt is moist to the touch, it definitely doesn't need water.
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