Ideally, give your African violet at least 10,000-15,000 lux of bright, indirect light,' says Vladan. 'African violets can be infested with spider mites and mealybugs. Pests cause leaf curling, ...

Either avoid using unglazed clay pots for African violets or clean those pots regularly in an overnight mix of three parts water to one part vinegar. Be sure to gently wipe off any soap or water used ...