Good for:
Plant several Browallias together for a good display, and
keep trimmed.
The Plant:
A small, straggly plant, producing a mass of
purple or white ‘violet-like’ flowers from spring to late
autumn.
Its
needs: Bush violets appreciate strong
light, including morning sun. Well-draining potting mix, and
high humidity.
Care:
Regular watering of Browallias is essential, and a weekly feed to
promote flowering, and maintain a long flowering season. Browallia
dislikes cold. The plant is prone to become straggly, and should be
trimmed back, and dead/weak stems removed. In late autumn flowering
ceases, and the plant dies back. It is better to collect the seed and
sow in shallow trays for next year rather than trying to keep the plant
over winter. It is also possible to take cuttings from the tips of new
growth in autumn or spring. Watch out for Red spider mite.
