Optimal Fluorescent Light Duration for African Violets

Gardener asks ideal daily light hours for violets under fluorescent lights.

Answer (Mary Hill)

• 10–12 hours typical.
• Adjust if leaves become brittle or bleached — reduce by 2 hours.
• Changes take weeks to show effects.
• Example: White room walls intensified light, causing brittle leaves; reducing to 8 hours fixed it.

Experiment to find the right duration for your setup.