These compact plants brighten countertops with their violet, pink, or white flowers. They love humidity—perfect for ...

The faithful and curious at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City reacted to the “unique moment” of watching the smoke billow out from the Sistine Chapel. Italian faithful Deborah Ruffalo said ...

Pot luck for the awesome South African man who’s fixing our potholes. While many of us whinge about them, or swerve to avoid them, a South African man – Lymen Mlambo – has taken it upon himself to ...

Like Katniss Everdeen and Violet Sorrengail ... He strikes a deal with Yetunde, an African woman on a transatlantic ship heading for enslavement, providing protection and power in the form ...

African violets like evenly moist soil but absolutely hate soggy roots. Use lukewarm or room-temperature water, as cold water can spot the leaves. Bottom watering works well—simply fill the saucer ...

Ready to switch your African Violets to LECA (Lightweight Expanded Clay Aggregate)? This beginner’s guide will walk you through the simple steps for a smooth transition, ensuring healthy roots ...

African violets can be propagated any time of year, but the best time is during spring. You can grow your propagated African ...

A team of University at Buffalo biologists is doing its part to help protect and preserve the African violet – a common houseplant that has been virtually decimated in the natural world.