Sunday, May 17, 2026

Streptocarpus. Too much bloom?

Question:  I recently purchased a young Streptocarpus from you in a 2″ pot.  It started blooming for me almost immediately in this small pot.  The problem is, the plant itself hasn’t seemed to grow very much since I got it.  Even though it’s blooming, am I doing something wrong? Answer:  Streptocarpus are one of the easiest to grow and most […]

Episcias: getting to bloom

Question:  I love Episcias.  Mine seem to grow really well.  They produce lots of leaves and look healthy, but never seem to bloom.  Are they difficult plants to get to bloom, or am I doing something wrong? Answer:  Most people think that episcias are difficult plants to get to bloom.  Even the best growers often have problems getting them to […]

Bottom watering

Question:  I just bought some violets and need some idea how to care for them.  If I happen to overwater them, do I just need to drain the water from the bottom?  Some of the leaves look almost black and I am afraid of killing it. Answer:  Yes.  I assume this means discarding the unused water in […]

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