Winter Culture

Now that the cold weather is here, your African violets need a change in their care:

• Plants grow less actively in lower temperatures.  This means they need less water and less fertilizer.  Plants do best when kept on the dry side in winter.
• AVs grown on window sills may get cold drafts.  Try to move them further away from the glass.
• Powdery Mildew is often a problem in winter.  Spray plants with Lysol (1/2 tsp to gallon of water).
• Suckers form more readily in winter.  Check for side chutes and remove promptly to maintain symmetry

With a little bit of attention, your plants will reward you with blooms during the grey days ahead.