African Violet ‘Key Lime Treat’: Lime-Edged Blooms, Velvet Leaves, Easy Everyday Joy

Meet a violet that looks sweet and grows even sweeter. ‘Key Lime Treat’ lights up a shelf with soft white blooms kissed by a ruffle of fresh lime. The petals look iced, like a sugared dessert. The leaves are velvety and deep green, forming a neat rosette that stays tidy on a sill or side table. In other words, you get a small plant with big charm. But most of all, you get simple, reliable color that fits real life.

This is the kind of beauty you enjoy without stress. Bright, gentle light. Clean water from the saucer. A light touch with feed. That’s the whole story. It’s friendly for first-time growers. It’s rewarding for collectors who love green-edged blooms. And it’s sized for modern spaces, from studio desks to kitchen nooks. We ship healthy, budded plants in nursery pots, packed with care so they arrive smiling and ready to open. Each bloom set will look a little different—some flowers show wide lime edges, others a soft wash. That’s part of the fun.

Why You’ll Love ‘Key Lime Treat’

Dessert-tone flowers. The bloom is the star. Semi-double to frilly white petals wear a crisp lime edge, like frosting. Fresh buds keep coming in waves, so you see color for weeks.

Velvet rosette. Medium green leaves form a clean, round crown. It looks polished from every angle, even when the plant is not in full bloom.

Compact footprint. Perfect for windowsills, plant shelves, and small stands. You get a full look without taking over a room.

Steady re-bloom. With bright light and light feeding, it cycles again and again. After more than one bloom flush, the plant only gets better as the crown matures.

Low-water lifestyle. African violets like even moisture, not constant soaking. Bottom watering makes that simple. No guesswork, no mess.

Pet-friendly. Generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Still, let’s keep leaves out of reach of nibblers for everyone’s comfort.

Style ready. ‘Key Lime Treat’ loves pots that show off its glow—white ceramic for clean contrast, matte charcoal for drama, or pale terracotta for warmth. Add a fine gravel top-dress for a crisp finish.

Giftable and cheerful. Small, bright, and easy. It’s the kind of living gift that feels personal and lasts far longer than cut flowers.

What you’ll receive. A healthy, rooted African violet ‘Key Lime Treat’ in a nursery pot, with buds or blooms (season dependent). Natural variation in bloom edge and ruffle is expected—every plant is unique.

Quick specs (at a glance).
– Light: Bright, indirect; 10–12 hours is ideal
– Water: Bottom water; keep evenly moist, never soggy
– Soil: African violet mix that drains fast and breathes
– Temp: 65–80°F; protect from drafts
– Humidity: Comfortable room levels; ~45–60% is great
– Feeding: “Weekly, weakly” in growth; ¼ strength violet fertilizer
– Habit: Compact rosette; repeat bloomer
– Pet note: Generally considered non-toxic

Care Made Simple

You don’t need a greenhouse. You just need a bright spot and a calm routine. Here is the plan we use and recommend.

Light. Place your violet near a bright window with filtered light. East windows are wonderful. North with a grow lamp also works. Avoid harsh midday sun that can mark leaves. If you see long, reaching stems or fewer blooms, it wants more light. If leaves pale or curl, pull back a little. The sweet spot is bright and gentle.

Water. Bottom watering keeps the crown dry and happy. Set the nursery pot in a saucer of room-temperature water for 15–30 minutes. Drain well. Let the top half-inch of mix feel barely dry before the next drink. In warm rooms, that may be every 4–7 days. In cool rooms, it stretches longer. Check the mix, not the calendar. If leaves droop and feel soft, it’s thirsty. If the crown looks mushy or the pot feels heavy for days, it was too much water—let it dry longer and refresh the top layer of mix.

Soil & pot. Use a light, airy African violet mix. It should feel fluffy, not dense. A blend with peat or coco plus perlite/pumice is perfect. Choose a pot with a drain hole. Violets prefer snug shoes; step up only one size when roots fill the pot. Self-watering violet pots and simple wick systems work well, too. In other words, let the pot help you keep a steady rhythm.

Temperature & humidity. Room temps of 65–80°F are ideal. Keep away from cold drafts and hot blasts. Normal indoor humidity is fine. A small tray of pebbles with water under the pot (not touching the base) adds a gentle boost if your air is very dry.

Feeding. Feed “weekly, weakly” with a balanced African violet fertilizer at ¼ strength during active growth and bloom. Once a month, water with plain water from the top to rinse salts, but avoid wetting the crown. In fall and winter, you can reduce feeding as growth slows.

Grooming. Remove spent blooms and any yellowing leaves. Pinch at the base with clean fingers. This keeps the plant clean and tells it to set more buds. Rotate the pot a quarter turn every week for even growth.

Repotting. Refresh the mix every 6–12 months. Set the crown just above the soil line—never buried. If the plant develops a “neck” with age, you can repot a little deeper to cover bare stem, but keep the leaf rosette clear.

Propagation (easy and fun).
– Take a healthy leaf with a short petiole (stem).
– Let the cut end air-dry for 10–15 minutes.
– Insert the petiole into fresh, airy mix at a gentle angle.
– Keep warm, bright, and lightly moist.
– Baby plants form at the base in a few weeks.
Plant several baby starts in one pot for an instant, full look.

Common signs & quick fixes.
– Few blooms. Needs more light or regular, light feeding.
– Leaf spots. Water on leaves or cold drafts. Bottom water and use room-temp water.
– Mushy crown. Overwatering. Let it dry longer, improve drainage, and remove damaged tissue.
– Leaves cupping up or down. Light stress. Adjust distance from the window or lamp.
– Pests. Mealybugs or thrips can visit any houseplant. Remove affected blooms and dab pests with isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab. Improve airflow. Keep the crown dry. Sticky traps near the plant can help monitor.

Bloom rhythm that works. Violets bloom on repeat when life is steady. Bright light. Even moisture. Small feed. Clean, warm air. After more than a month of that rhythm, you’ll see buds stack up again. Trim the old stems, and the show begins anew.

Wick-watering, step by step (optional).
– Thread a cotton wick through the pot so one end touches the mix and the other sits in a small water reservoir.
– Use a light, fluffy mix so water can travel up.
– Fill the reservoir with room-temp water and feed at ¼ strength on your normal schedule.
– Check weekly. Refill when the top feels slightly dry.
This method gives you even moisture without guessing.

Safety & placement. African violets are shelf stars. Keep them away from heater vents and open windows in winter. They like company, too; grouping with other plants raises local humidity a touch. Pet-friendly nature makes them easy to place in busy rooms, as long as curious paws can’t dig.

Lime Glow, Gentle Wins—Bring Yours Home

‘Key Lime Treat’ gives you color that feels fresh every time you walk by. The blooms glow like a slice of citrus. The leaves feel soft and calm. Care stays simple and clear. Instead of fuss, you get an easy routine that brings steady joy. We’ll send a healthy, budded plant ready for bright, gentle light and a saucer of water. Your job is simple: light, drain, and a light hand with feed. After more than a few weeks, you’ll see waves of blooms and a rosette that looks made for your space. Bring one home, enjoy the glow, and let this sweet little violet do what it does best—brighten your day.