African violets are something that I am very familiar with because back when I was working as a Library Assistant in college many years ago, it was a favorite plant among the Librarians. They would have many small pots at the windowsill, each holding either a leaf or a full plant with flowers abloom. For such a delicate-looking plant, it's really easy to take care of and it blooms all thoughout the year. Plus, it's also very easy to propagate. Simply cut off a mature leaf and stick it into the soil. Soon enough you will see the small leaves growing out of it.
I got my green thumb from my parents who love to plant (ornamentals for my Nanay, veggies for my Tatay), and some of my potted plants were African Violets. Very cheerful plants, those are.
I bought this pot of African Violets as a Mother's Day gift to my wife. And it's still bearing flower til this day. Cutting of leaves for propagation is done in springtime so that will be something to look forward to. We also have a friend who we noticed also has a pot of African Violets sitting by the kitchen windowsill so we might negotiate for a swap.
Want to try your hand at potted flowering plants? Try African Violets!
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