Then, thoroughly water the sand. In greenhouses, the benches of cuttings are usually covered with light muslin or glass to keep the air moist. In the window garden, a few cuttings can be covered with a glass jar or plastic. In two to six months young plants start from the bases of the stalks. After these have formed two or three small leaves, they are ready to be potted.
African violets adjust well to the warm temperatures and dry air of homes.
While they require good light, direct sunlight is not necessary. Windows facing north or east provide favorable light conditions and are preferable to those exposed to midday and afternoon sunshine during summer. The sunnier, warmer windows are better in the winter. In greenhouses, the glass is kept shaded even in the winter. The plants become stunted at cool temperatures and are slow to recover even when put into a warm place.