{"product_id":"saintpaulia-little-blue-boy-mini-african-violet","title":"Saintpaulia ‘Little Blue Boy’ – Mini African Violet","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA classic miniature African violet, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘Little Blue Boy’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is cherished for its charming clusters of soft blue-violet flowers above neat rosettes of velvety green leaves. Compact and floriferous, it’s a wonderful choice for brightening windowsills, desks, or small plant shelves, flowering repeatedly through the year when cared for well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia ionantha\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Little Blue Boy’ (commonly used in horticulture; now reclassified as \u003ci\u003eStreptocarpus ionanthus\u003c\/i\u003e, section \u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eStreptocarpus sect. Saintpaulia\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eStreptocarpus ionanthus\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Little Blue Boy’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAfrican Violet, Mini African Violet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCultivated variety; original wild species native to the cloud forests of Tanzania and south-eastern Kenya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. A north- or east-facing windowsill works well. Avoid direct, hot sun which can scorch leaves, and use grow lights to supplement light in darker months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep soil lightly moist but never soggy. Water from the base to prevent marks on the velvety foliage. Allow the top layer of compost to dry slightly between waterings. Always use room-temperature water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in moderate humidity. Avoid misting directly onto leaves; instead, use a pebble tray or place near other plants to maintain a comfortable level of moisture in the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a free-draining African violet compost or a light potting mix with added perlite. Repot every 1–2 years in spring, choosing a pot just slightly larger than the root ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 2–3 weeks in spring and summer with a fertiliser formulated for flowering houseplants or African violets. Reduce feeding during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBest kept at 18–24°C. Protect from sudden chills, draughts, or placement near unheated windows in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNon-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEncourage more blooms by removing faded flowers and keeping the crown of the plant free of old leaves. This helps ‘Little Blue Boy’ channel energy into fresh growth and new buds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis variety is especially popular for its soft lavender-blue tones, making it a standout in any mini African violet collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":56814774747517,"sku":"3056041186571","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/saintpaulia-little-blue-boy-mini-african-violet-6724168.jpg?v=1756854700","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/saintpaulia-little-blue-boy-mini-african-violet","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}