About Nancy Expertise I can answer questions on the following subjects:
Pests, chemicals
Showing AVs
Sowing Seeds
Problems with plants
Basics of AV growing
Episcias
Streptocarpus
Experience I am an African violet Advanced Judge in US and Canada. I have written a book on pests of African violets called "Insects, Pests and Diseases of the African Violet Family" My articles appear in African Violet Magazine and Chatter as well as in other magazines.
Organizations AVSA
AVSC
African Violet Society of Greater Montreal
Saintpaulia Society of Montreal
Publications Book author: "Insects, Pests and Diseases of the African Violet Family"
African Violet Magazine, many issues
Chatter Magazine Many issues
Horticulture
Other Magazines
Education/Credentials University of Indiana Master's work (Music)
Awards and Honors Jr. Queen of Show (Pixie Blue) AVSC Convention Montreal
Approximately 100 blue ribbons
25 or so Best of Class
Past/Present clients I sell mostly leaves on Ebay. I sell plants at convention shows and local shows.
Expert: Nancy Date: 3/24/2008 Subject: Avs flowers wilt before blooming
Question Why my avs's flowers buds wilt before blooming ?
Answer Flower buds that wilt before blooming is usually caused because of dry air. The plant needs more humidity. African violets love humidity so if you can maybe put some rocks in a saucer then add water, this will put the humidity higher. Or set dishes of water here and there around the room.
Or you could spray HOT water over the plant daily for awhile. Cold water on leaves causes spots on leaves but HOT water gives them good humidity.
