How to Grow Beautiful African Violets

9. Can I propagate my African violet?

Yes, you can easily propagate African violets from leaf cuttings or offsets. To propagate from a leaf, cut a healthy leaf with a bit of its stem and plant it in a moist, soil-less mix. Cover it with a plastic bag to maintain humidity and place it in indirect light. In about 12 weeks, you should see new growth. Offsets, or baby plants that grow from the main plant, can also be separated and potted on their own.

This makes it easy to expand your collection or share plants with friends. Propagation is also a fun and rewarding way to learn more about plant care.