Dear Heloise: I read with interest the letter from Margaret about reading and our children. I know we all have busy lives, but children and their education are very important. Teaching them to sound ...

African violets are some of the most rewarding houseplants you can grow, blooming year-round, even in the depths of winter. But if you're not getting many flowers from your plant, you likely need to ...

For some, winter can be a depressing time of year. With cold, dreary weather, shorter days, and less opportunity to spend time outside, it's easy to become gloomy. That's one of the reasons many ...

Dear Heloise: I kept an African violet on my desk at work that never bloomed, no matter how much I cared for it. An older gentleman at the company who grew African violets at home under grow lights ...

Q: I have had a little African violet for one year. A couple of blossoms opened around its birthday. Since then the leaves are curling under and very limp. Is there a cure? I water weekly by putting ...

African violets are the perfect houseguest. They’re well-behaved, bloom several times a year, and come dressed-to-impress in an array of stunning foliage. Their signature rosette of thick, fuzzy ...

Dear Heloise: I kept an African violet on my desk at work that never bloomed, no matter how much I cared for it. An older gentleman at the company who grew African violets at home under grow lights ...

African violets originated in East Africa and are colorful and attractive houseplants that come in a variety of colors. Known to be a bit finicky, they are generally easy to grow. One of the main ...

Discover what your African violets need in March. Do these 5 jobs now to ensure long-lasting blooms from spring to summer. They're all quick and easy to do.

DEAR HELOISE: I kept an African violet on my desk at work that never bloomed, no matter how much I cared for it. An older gentleman at the company who grew African violets at home under grow lights ...