Violet (senoplia) is a gentle and thermophilic flower that survives well in apartments with a sunny side.
These small flowering plants, with proper care, and a sufficient amount of light, bloom about 10 months a year. In the hot days of summer, usually comes a break in flowering. How to grow quivering violet at home - learn in this article.
What capacity is better to use?
There is an opinion that the larger the pot, the better. But do not forget, first of all, about aesthetics: a small flowering plant will look ridiculous in a large pot. Also, the root system of the flower develops on the surface, and the lower processes of the root die off, this is due to the fact that there is more oxygen and nutrients on the surface. It so happened that in nature, senoplia grow on rocky surfaces, and it is not peculiar to grow into the root in depth.
As for the dimensions of the pot, then:
- For the largest representatives of violets suitable pot size 9x9 cm.
- Average fit 7x7 capacity.
- For the smallest or miniature varieties, the pot should be no more than 5x5.
Important! Choosing a large pot, you can face the souring of the earth, which will not be covered by the root system, and abundant foliage will grow instead of flowers.
You will find out here for some other reason why the violet does not bloom and what to do about it.
The pot material also plays an important role in the cultivation of violets.
Different outlets can offer you a large selection of pots, each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages:
- Plastic pots not expensive and durable, their flexibility greatly simplifies the transplant of plants. The main disadvantage is that, in such a bitter way, the violet will suffer from a lack of oxygen.
- Ceramic tableware There are two types - glazed or not. Processed pots always look beautiful, but because of the glaze they do not allow oxygen to pass through, and a different look, although it passes oxygen well, quickly loses its appearance, and as a result may break. The severity of ceramic pots can also be attributed to the shortcomings.
The beauty and the benefits for the flower can be combined, simply put the flower, planted in an ugly pot without glazing, inside a beautiful and bright ceramic pot.
Getting plants from seeds
For a positive result of growing violets from seeds, you need to follow certain rules:
- Take a plastic wide and not deep capacity, and pour into it a thin layer, up to 3 cm, a special soil consisting of a mixture of peat and earth. You can buy the soil ready or prepare it yourself, observing the proportions, you do not need to fertilize at first. To ensure oxygen exchange, the pot must be put on a special raised saucer, with its design it allows oxygen to pass through the drainage hole.
- Seeds of violets should be bought in specialized stores. Seed preparation for sowing is to mix them with sand in a ratio of one to one.
- Seeds germinate well in a warm and bright place, so the pot should be covered with a transparent film or a lid, and put on a bright place. Direct sunlight and drafts should be avoided.
On a note. The soil should always be slightly wet, for this is well suited spray. The ideal temperature for germination of seeds is 22-25 degrees Celsius.
- The first shoots from the seeds begin to germinate already on day 20, all this time the mixture should be moistened with a spray.
The first pick of the seedlings should be carried out when they reach a height of about half a centimeter and release the first leaves. Planting should be carried out at a distance of 2 cm from each other into fertile soil, which should be fertilized with charcoal.The next transplant is carried out as needed, when the sprouts begin to interfere with each other and are already seated in separate small containers. Before transferring to a permanent pot, time must pass for the root system to harden.
The first pick of the seedlings should be carried out when they reach a height of about half a centimeter and release the first leaves. Planting should be carried out at a distance of 2 cm from each other into fertile soil, which should be fertilized with charcoal.The peculiarity of growing violets from seeds is that new germinating plants are the same size and with multi-colored flowers.
From the video you will learn how to grow a violet from seeds:
Proper breeding of leaf
Another method of breeding violets is the method of cutting, or simply growing from leaves. Growing violets from leaves also has its own characteristics:
- The very first, so-called leaflet pot should be a regular glass of water. The point is to develop the root system in seedlings. For the germination of roots, boiled water is used.
- First of all, it is necessary to decontaminate the sprout, for this purpose some potassium permanganate is added to the warm water, a leaf is dipped into it, and settled for several hours.
After the disinfection procedure, a new container or a plastic cup is taken, previously washed. In a glass you need to pour boiled water with the addition of activated carbon.
Note! The sprout is set in a glass to a depth of about 2 cm. The cut should not touch the walls of the dish, for this you will most likely need to fix it with something.If the water starts to evaporate, do not forget to pour it.. Depending on the type of violets, the appearance of the first roots can occur after 3 weeks.
Rooting of leaves into the soil occurs in a small container, covered by a third with fine drainage and the rest of the earth. The cuttings are planted to a small depth, so that there is oxygen access to the still weak root.The soil around the leaflet is rammed and moistened, after which, the glass is covered with a film and put in a warm place with enough sunlight. In this form, the plant is held until a small leaf begins to appear on the cutting, which means that the rooting of the leaflet has passed successfully.
Rooting of leaves into the soil occurs in a small container, covered by a third with fine drainage and the rest of the earth. The cuttings are planted to a small depth, so that there is oxygen access to the still weak root.It is necessary to exclude the transplant of the cutting after cutting immediately into the soil, since the root system is not developed, and the soil is saturated with various bacteria and parasites.
From the video you will learn how to grow a violet from a leaf:
Aftercare
Subsequent care for violet after seating is not different from the usual. The soil should be a necessary consistency and always hydrated. Young sprouts, as well as adults, should be kept warm with enough sunlight. It is recommended to saturate the soil periodically with special fertilizers.
Read about plant transplantation and subsequent care for it in this article, and learn how to grow and care for this beautiful flower at home, here.
Possible diseases
Violet refers to the capricious plants that are prone to various diseases. The main dangers that can be encountered when growing violets are the following:
- Rosette outlet - occurs in violation of the conditions of cultivation (not suitable soil, excess moisture, watering with cold water and too big a pot).
- Powdery Mildew Parasite - Looks like white bloom on leaves and stems. The appearance of these parasites contributes to the lack of lighting and low air temperature.
- Late blight - A fungus that affects the root system. Late blight is dangerous in that it remains in the soil, therefore, to treat a flower, it is necessary to completely replace the soil and rinse the root under running water.
- Aphids and mites also spoil the aesthetic appearance of the plant and can lead to its death. Treatment occurs with special solutions purchased in stores.
In more detail about all the diseases and pests of violets, we wrote here.
Violet is a flower, whimsical to its care, but experienced flower growers have no difficulty in growing and propagating senoplia. The plant fits well into any interior and can be a wonderful gift for loved ones.
