African violet companion plants
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Comments (21)Hi Judy, From Lyndon Lyon's, or LLG, I get consistently large plants, often in bloom, in 2 1/2 in square pots in a good potting mix that does not have to be changed for at least six months. They come with plastic stakes that have the plant name printed on them so I can move them when I repot. The plants grow rapidly and do not sucker. The company has excellent customer service and ships promptly. For me, it is worth it to pay slightly more to get consistently larger, premium quality plants. For all the trouble of ordering live plant material across country, I want to get the best I can for my money. They have good quality control and accurately label the plants. They are my first choice. I only go elsewhere if there is something I want that they don't carry. They also keep their web catalogue updated, so if they are out of stock, they won't list the item. So, no surprises and no substitutions. They usually have enough of a particular type to choose from. For example, they will offer five different reds or five different whites or more. Their own hybrids are exceptional, vigorous and strong. I primarily raise Lyon 's own hybrids. They also have a wide selection of many other hybridizers. They are a large enough company to be able to introduce new hybridizers. They first opened up the Russian market and offer a wide range. They seem to pick the best choices of other hybridizers, so if they offer a plant , I feel it has been preselected for good performance. If something is new in the plant world, chances are they developed it. They are consistent in what they offer, it is usually possible to find the same plant year after year, plus new ones. I like to be a loyal customer and give them my business. They have been at this for sixty years, I appreciate they are still in this business. I feel they are excellent, so why not do business with them? When I place an order with them, I already know what to expect, so I can safely order a dozen. But they will accept an order of any size. When I want to try out a new grower, I place a small order. Usually, about four. Joanne This post was edited by fortyseven on Tue, Aug 12, 14 at 10:56...See MoreAfrican violet plants
Comments (1)If what is broken off is a leaf - you can trim the leaf stem with a sharp blade - and either root it in a soil in a baggie - or in a glass of water -wrap the top of the glass with a foil, punch a small hole - and insert the stem - so it is in a water - and a leaf blade is not. Depending on how fresh the leaf is - it should send roots in a couple of weeks. If your plant has a main stem broken - you can root it as well - but ask for more instructions. I....See MoreWhat plant is this? (African violet?)
Comments (7)i hate when i do that ... lol https://www.google.com/search?q=Streptocarpus&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjuq7iz35XSAhXH44MKHW5zAlgQ_AUICCgB&biw=907&bih=739...See MoreAfrican violet cuttings growing giant root systems not plants
Comments (5)Roots are good. African Violets will often make filling their growing space with roots their first priority. Which is a reason to keep them rather root-bound ......See Moreterrilou
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