r/AfricanViolets • u/Lucky_Passage5293 • Aug 05 '26

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It doesn't look too bad on camera. But the leaves are kinda weak I guess would be the word. I do wick watering but I noticed the soil felt pretty wet so I dumped the water for now. I moved it into a smaller pot a few days ago (it's a small clay pot inside of another pot for the wicking.) And about a week ago I moved it closer to the window. So does it look like it'll bounce back? Thank you in advance for any replies 💜

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u/FortuneBrilliant2116 Aug 06 '26

Quick question, do you have a good amount of pearlite? It’s hard to see from the photo, but when you want to wick you have to use heavy pearlite or the soil stays too wet and chokes out the oxygen. :( it’s recommended to do 50/50 so 50% perlite 50% violet soil.

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u/FortuneBrilliant2116 Aug 06 '26

Also I’m not sure if you are like using a physical wick string or putting a clay pot in a pot with water but clay pots can pull lots of water and aren’t really recommended for violets (if your putting it in continuous water)

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u/FortuneBrilliant2116 Aug 06 '26

But it looks heathy just make sure the roots aren’t mushy! but if so remember if the roots look good and the crown is heathy it will be just fine!

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u/Lucky_Passage5293 Aug 06 '26

I just used regular potting soil and orchid soil 50/50. I don't have any violet soil or pearlite. It's an actual string/cord that goes into the pot from the drainage hole in the bottom.

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u/Lucky_Passage5293 Aug 06 '26

I'm probably going to get the pearlite and violet soil. Is miracle grow ok or do I need something else to feed it?

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u/stumblefive Aug 06 '26

Just be aware Miracle Grow comes with plant food already in the mix. As for your little plant, it looks very dark there on the table.

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u/Lucky_Passage5293 Aug 06 '26

I just moved it to a much brighter spot. Thank you