Beginner African Violet Grower Seeks Leaves and Guidance: Community Resources

Mike in Atlanta, new to African violets, asked for free leaves to start a collection after previous failures from "killing with kindness."

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Mailing leaves risks damage. Better: ask garden centers/nurseries for leaves (often allowed). Many gardeners share freely.

Leaf stem in water (leaf dry), wait for thread roots (weeks), then pot. Don't let water touch leaf blade.

African Violet Society of America (avsa.org)—free Q&A, expert growers, all levels welcome. Essential for success.

Enthusiasm is the best start. African violets are addictive. Author has more violets than any other plant.

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