Lynn asks Annie: Hi Annie, I have a floral cart which uses florescent grow lights. When should I change them? I have had mine on for 2 years set at 8 hours everyday. Some of the tubes are darker at …
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All About African Violets – Episode 3.015 – LED Lighting Setup Tutorial
Welcome to My Sunroom Hi Everyone – I know you are expecting an episode today, but I have been laid low with a kidney infection (The No-Fun Plan) and I’m just not up to filming. You have to know …
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Growing Spaces – Daniel
The Growing Space of Daniel – Tucson, AZ Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Tucson, AZ How Large is your collection? ~ Three years ago I had 150 show size plants and about 2000 stater …

Growing Spaces – David
The Growing Space of David – Massachusetts Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Massachusetts, USA How Large is your collection? ~ 41 varieties Is there one AV that you are seeking above all others? ~ A …

Q&A – What Type Of Lighting Are You Using For Your African Violets?
Ms. Wyman asks Annie: My question is about lighting, Which type of tube are you using and at what color temparture are yours? Hi Ms. Wyman, Thank you for your question – I use T12 tubes. They are all …
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Growing Spaces – Karin
The Growing Space of Karin – Toronto, ON Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Toronto, ON How Large is your collection? ~ About 40-50 “permanent” plants, and upwards of 500 seedlings and starters for club sales. …

Growing Spaces – Douglas Brull
The Growing Space of Douglas Brull – Minneapolis Location Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Minneapolis, MN and Greenwood, MA How Large is your collection? ~ I am down to 142 Plants and 320 …

Q&A – How Often to Replace Fluorescent Tubes
Janice H. asks Annie: In regard to fluorescent tubes: when should they be replaced? In the past I’ve let the tubes burn out on their own. Now I’m wondering if that is not the best. Does the amount …

Growing Spaces – Jeff Jackson
The Growing Space of Jeff Jackson – Hybridizer of the Imps African Violets Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Edmonton, Alberta, Canada How Large is your collection? ~ About 100 named varieties, but usually 100+ seedlings …

Growing Spaces – Janice H.
The Growing Space of Janice H. Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Milwaukee, Wisconsin How Large is your collection? ~ 29 plants Do you have a favorite type of African Violet? ~ standard size vintage How …

Growing Spaces – Nate Cave
The Growing Space of Nate Cave Where in the world do you grow your plants? ~ Lockport, NY How Large is your collection? ~ I honestly have lost count :/ Do you have a favorite type of African Violet? …

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