Why African Violets Stop Blooming and How to Fix It

Two violets in an east window with filtered light, watered 1–2 times weekly with plant food, grow healthy leaves but haven't bloomed in a year.

Bloom Requirements

• Bloom cycle: Violets bloom every 6–8 weeks under good conditions.
• Fertilizer: Use urea-free balanced fertilizer. Urea burns roots.
• Light: Need 12+ hours of bright indirect light daily. Supplement with grow lights if needed.
• Soil aeration: Roots need oxygen — keep mix loose with perlite, like orchids.

Adjust these factors to restart blooming.