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OurFamily
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Hello. I just received two (2) African Violets. I always heard that it was good for houseplants to have some outdoor time, in nice weather. I was thinking of planting the African Violets outdoors for the summer. Has anyone done this? Does anyone have any recommendations regarding this? Thanks!
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African violets need protection from any direct sunlight, from temps below 60 degrees, and cold rain on their leaves. If you can find such a protected spot outside, then go ahead. Otherwise, they will do just fine if left indoors year round. The benefits of going outside in summer are negligible.
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Cassviola
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when i first got a african violet i thought the same thing. I burned the heck out of the leaves and killed them. its best to just keep indoors - alot of plants do not do good if put outside. its a shame because youd think they would like it but the shrivel and get sunburned. the only plants i put outside is my dwarf citrus other than that if they are doing well where i had them they stay put good luck african violets are my favorite i even have one named after me
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OurFamily
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Thank you, Will and Cassviola for your replies. Cassviola, thanks so much for sharing your personal experience! I was all set to put them outside. I really thought they would have liked it.

Thanks, again.

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TxWildflower
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I have 3 African Violets in my kitchen window..They are just beautiful..Never could keep those violets from dieing once before when i had them ..I must have gotten a green thumb..lol They never stop blooming so i must be treating them right you think??Lol

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