How to grow African Violet 'Optimara New Mexico'
Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Optimara New Mexico is thought of as tender, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Optimara New Mexico requires a potting mix, sandy and loamy soil with a ph of 6.1 - 6.5 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil.
Growing Optimara New Mexico from seed
Soil temperature should be kept higher than 22°C / 72°F to ensure good germination.
Transplanting Optimara New Mexico
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Optimara New Mexico is a tender plant.
Harvesting Optimara New Mexico
Introduced in 1987.
African Violet Society of America (AVSA) Registration Number: 6583
Patent Number: 5617