Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Repotting African violets freshens their soil, prevents leggy stems, and encourages flowering. Plus, it's an opportunity to try out new pots and remove dead leaves so that your plants look their very ...

My mother was an avid gardener but I don’t remember her ever growing a houseplant. Everything went into the ground. As a child, I was never even aware that houseplants existed until one day my Girl ...

African violets are known for their fuzzy green leaves and bright blooms. These popular household plants thrive in indirect light with moist soil. When cared for properly, African violets can last for ...

African violets are one of the most popular houseplants throughout the world. Their fuzzy leaves and velvety flowers are ...

The beauty of Marie Glass' African violets often draws a crowd of would-be customers to her market stand. But most of them don't stick around long enough to actually buy a plant. The conversation ...

African violets can bloom nearly continuously, even in the depths of winter, but sometimes they may seem to hardly flower at all. If you're wondering how to get your African violets to bloom more, ...

Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture. The little African violet, one of America's ...

Mature African violets bloom nearly non-stop adding vibrant color to your indoor garden. One is never enough as these easy-care houseplants show to best advantage when grouped in displays of three or ...