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Violet is a very delicate plant that pleases with beautiful flowers mainly purple, pink and bluish.

It would seem unpretentious, but still needs special care. We will tell you how to care for violets so that they bloom regularly and abundantly.

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How to care for violets

Lighting
How to care for violets at home? Violet loves light, but does not tolerate direct sunlight, they cause burns on its leaves. Plants love bright but diffuse light. With its lack, they bloom poorly. Boldly place them on the north window, on the west, east, south and something to shade.

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Different types of violets need different amounts of light. So pay attention to their leaves. With a lack of light, they stretch up, and with excess, they bend down through the edges of the pot.

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Air temperature
Violets can bloom continuously and abundantly at a temperature of 20 ° C. In no case shall they be subjected to drafts. From the flow of cold air, the violet can turn pale leaves or rot the root system.

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The right watering is very important.
If you use tap water for watering, let it stand during the day so that there is less chlorine in it. Then boil to get rid of the salts. Water for irrigation should be warm, even warmer than the temperature in the room and in the pot, respectively. Cold will hurt the plant.

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Make sure that the water does not reach the growth point. Always pour excess water from the pan under the pot. Violets are easier to survive dryness than excessive humidity.

The frequency of irrigation is about once a week when the top layer of soil becomes dry to the touch. Once a month, also spray the leaves with water or pour them with warm tap water.

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Air humidity
Violets like moist air. Do not pour excessive amounts of water into the pot itself, but instead place a container of water next to it.

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No special, ordinary black soil will do. But it should be periodically fertilized with natural minerals: perlite and vermiculite, as well as finely crushed charcoal.

If you buy soil in the store, pay attention to the indicators of soil acidity indicated on the packaging. Violets are most suitable for a slightly acidic environment, 5.5-6.5 PH.