A show about gardening with host Robert Pavlis, blogger, YouTuber and award winning author of gardening books. We help you become a better gardener by providing the truth in gardening.
The 1/3 pot size rule for African violets is wrong. Find out why a bigger pot is better.👍Connect with me._Garden Fundamentals_ on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/Gardenfundamentals1_Garden Myths_ Blog: http://www.gardenmyths.com/_Garden Fundamentals_ on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenFundamentals/_Reality Time_ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realitytime1_Reality Time_ on Substack: https://realitytime.substack.com/_Reality Time_ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t2BajjSaqm57x9h9Y96xv👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25👍 Get FREE eBook : Growing Great Tomatoes: https://www.gardenmyths.com/free-ebook-growing-great-tomatoes/Become a better gardener, Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Gardenfundamentals1?sub_confirmation=1Share with a friend: https://youtu.be/03mihVFxkKA-----------------------Free Stuff:Free Garden eBook: 24 1/2 Garden Design Ideas:http://www.gardenfundamentals.com/24-1-2-garden-design-ideas/-----------------------My Books:Garden Myths:http://www.gardenmyths.com/garden-myths-book-1/Building Natural Ponds:http://www.buildingnaturalponds.com/Soil Science for Gardenershttps://www.gardenfundamentals.com/soil-science/------------------------Free Resources:Garden Fundamentals Blog - lots of gardening information:http://www.gardenfundamentals.com/Garden Fundamentals Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenFundamentals/My Garden Myths Blog:http://www.gardenmyths.com/Building Natural Ponds Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildingnaturalponds/-----------------------Recommended PlaylistsSeed Germination - Everything you need to know:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dirz0WIMQi0&list=PLq7hmpP9i05Ska3k7gaBCvNCT9gN_tYajGarden Myths:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tH7Q945gKU&list=PLq7hmpP9i05Sly9y2s-Hj7Fn-ArqKsguQ -----------------------Big Pot vs Small Pot: the African violet editionList of Credits:Images:All slides and videos belong to GardenFundamentals.com or are public domain images, except for the following:Some images and videos provided by Depositphotos, https://depositphotos.com/Finding the right pot size for African Violets is essential for healthy growth. Stop using containers that are too large.Choosing the right container is about more than just aesthetics. For African Violets, the pot diameter should be one-third of the plant's diameter, measured from leaf tip to leaf tip. This simple ratio helps maintain optimal health for your indoor plants.I examine the relationship between container dimensions and soil moisture. Using a pot that is too large often leads to waterlogged soil and root rot, while the correct pot size balances hydration. By following these guidelines, you can improve your general houseplant care routine and ensure your plants thrive in the long term.Subscribe for weekly science-based gardening tips, and let me know in the comments if you have specific questions about your own pot choices.
29 Aug 2026
Which Watering Method is Best? 4 Techniques Put To The Test
I compare all 4 methods for watering houseplants to determine which one you should be using.👍Connect with me._Garden Fundamentals_ on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/Gardenfundamentals1_Garden Myths_ Blog: http://www.gardenmyths.com/_Garden Fundamentals_ on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenFundamentals/_Reality Time_ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realitytime1_Reality Time_ on Substack: https://realitytime.substack.com/_Reality Time_ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t2BajjSaqm57x9h9Y96xv👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25👍 Get FREE eBook : Growing Great Tomatoes: https://www.gardenmyths.com/free-ebook-growing-great-tomatoes/Become a better gardener, Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Gardenfundamentals1?sub_confirmation=1Share with a friend: https://youtu.be/E8m2Aoh5ClQ-----------------------Free Stuff:Free Garden eBook: 24 1/2 Garden Design Ideas:http://www.gardenfundamentals.com/24-1-2-garden-design-ideas/-----------------------My Books:Garden Myths:http://www.gardenmyths.com/garden-myths-book-1/Building Natural Ponds:http://www.buildingnaturalponds.com/Soil Science for Gardenershttps://www.gardenfundamentals.com/soil-science/------------------------Free Resources:Garden Fundamentals Blog - lots of gardening information:http://www.gardenfundamentals.com/Garden Fundamentals Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenFundamentals/My Garden Myths Blog:http://www.gardenmyths.com/Building Natural Ponds Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildingnaturalponds/-----------------------Recommended PlaylistsSeed Germination - Everything you need to know:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dirz0WIMQi0&list=PLq7hmpP9i05Ska3k7gaBCvNCT9gN_tYajGarden Myths:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tH7Q945gKU&list=PLq7hmpP9i05Sly9y2s-Hj7Fn-ArqKsguQ -----------------------The ultimate guide for watering houseplants and indoor plants.List of Credits:Images:All slides and videos belong to GardenFundamentals.com or are public domain images, except for the following:Some images and videos provided by Depositphotos, https://depositphotos.com/
28 Aug 2026
Why You Should Separate African Violet Babies Early
Top growers remove African violet babies early for a good reason. You should do the same.👍Connect with me._Garden Fundamentals_ on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/Gardenfundamentals1_Garden Myths_ Blog: http://www.gardenmyths.com/_Garden Fundamentals_ on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenFundamentals/_Reality Time_ on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realitytime1_Reality Time_ on Substack: https://realitytime.substack.com/_Reality Time_ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2t2BajjSaqm57x9h9Y96xv👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25👍 Get FREE eBook : Growing Great Tomatoes: https://www.gardenmyths.com/free-ebook-growing-great-tomatoes/Become a better gardener, Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/Gardenfundamentals1?sub_confirmation=1Share with a friend: https://youtu.be/VZ0aNs0SHCA-----------------------Free Stuff:Free Garden eBook: 24 1/2 Garden Design Ideas:http://www.gardenfundamentals.com/24-1-2-garden-design-ideas/-----------------------My Books:Garden Myths:http://www.gardenmyths.com/garden-myths-book-1/Building Natural Ponds:http://www.buildingnaturalponds.com/Soil Science for Gardenershttps://www.gardenfundamentals.com/soil-science/------------------------Free Resources:Garden Fundamentals Blog - lots of gardening information:http://www.gardenfundamentals.com/Garden Fundamentals Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/GardenFundamentals/My Garden Myths Blog:http://www.gardenmyths.com/Building Natural Ponds Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/buildingnaturalponds/-----------------------Recommended PlaylistsSeed Germination - Everything you need to know:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dirz0WIMQi0&list=PLq7hmpP9i05Ska3k7gaBCvNCT9gN_tYajGarden Myths:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tH7Q945gKU&list=PLq7hmpP9i05Sly9y2s-Hj7Fn-ArqKsguQ -----------------------List of Credits:Images:All slides and videos belong to GardenFundamentals.com or are public domain images, except for the following:Some images and videos provided by Depositphotos, https://depositphotos.com/Learn how to remove baby African Violets from rooted leaves. This step-by-step guide helps you separate plantlets for growth.This video is designed for indoor gardeners looking to master African Violet propagation. If you have been growing new plants from leaves, you likely have young plantlets ready to move into their own pots. I will demonstrate the specific technique for separating plantlets from the parent plant without damaging the delicate root systems.Successfully separating plantlets early is essential for vigorous growth. By removing them promptly, you allow the young plants to establish their own root systems faster, leading to healthier African Violet care overall. Following these steps ensures your rooted leaf propagation projects thrive rather than struggle in crowded conditions.Subscribe for weekly indoor plant tips, and let me know in the comments if you have any questions about separating your own African Violets.
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