{"product_id":"saintpaulia-african-violet-assorted-colour","title":"Saintpaulia (African Violet) Assorted Colour","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/content\/3-terms-and-conditions\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eDISCLAIMER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003col\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers\/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers\/fruits at the time of order\/delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT MEASUREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Overall Height APPROXIMATELY:-\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e15cm for POT SIZE 11cm(Ø)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGENERAL INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eStreptocarpus sect. Saintpaulia is a section within Streptocarpus subgenus Streptocarpella consisting of about ten species of herbaceous perennial flowering plants in the family Gesneriaceae, native to Tanzania and adjacent southeastern Kenya in eastern tropical Africa.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe Saintpaulia houseplant is more commonly known as the African Violet because it originates from Africa and the flowers look like violets (although they're unrelated).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOIL REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSaintpaulia prefers well-draining soil with good moisture retention.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUse a commercial African violet potting mix or create a mix of equal parts peat moss, perlite, and vermiculite.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eThe soil should be slightly acidic with a pH around 6.0-6.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid heavy or compacted soils that retain too much water.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/17-planting-media\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; SOIL \u0026amp; PLANTING MEDIA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEEDING\/FERTILIZER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSaintpaulia benefits from regular fertilization with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer formulated for African violets.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eDilute the fertilizer to half strength and apply it every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eReduce or suspend fertilization during the winter months.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overfertilization, as it can lead to salt buildup and leaf burn.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/18-fertilizers\" class=\"btn btn-default\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; FERTILIZER\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSaintpaulia thrives in bright, indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the plant near a north or east-facing window to provide bright, filtered light.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid direct sunlight, as it can cause leaf damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSupplemental fluorescent lighting can be used if natural light is insufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWATER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e REQUIREMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSaintpaulia prefers consistent moisture but not waterlogged conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eWater the plant from the bottom by placing the pot in a saucer of water for a short period, allowing the soil to soak up moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid wetting the foliage to prevent leaf spots and rot\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/other-accessories-tools\/1752-repotting-service-for-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eRE-POTTING SERVICES\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/candyfloriculture.myshopify.com\/199-other-varieties\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn btn-default\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003eSHOP MORE \u0026gt; OTHER PLANTS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Candy Floriculture","offers":[{"title":"11cm(Ø) x 9cm(H)","offer_id":52637489103162,"sku":"11cm(Ø) x 9cm(H)","price":18.2,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5319\/7114\/files\/18131.jpg?v=1768427987","url":"https:\/\/candy.com.sg\/products\/saintpaulia-african-violet-assorted-colour","provider":"Candy Floriculture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}