Overwintering guide
How to overwinter african violet 'optimara little maya'
Winter watering
Cut watering right back — african violet 'optimara little maya' uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
The mistake that kills african violet 'optimara little maya' in winter
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and african violet 'optimara little maya' rots from the base.
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Overwintering african violet 'optimara little maya' — FAQ
Does african violet 'optimara little maya' need to come indoors for winter?
African Violet 'Optimara Little Maya' is hardy to roughly USDA zone 11 — winter lows around 4°C. That means it will not survive frost and needs to come inside. African Violet 'Optimara Little Maya' is frost-tender, so overwintering means bringing it inside and letting it rest rather than pushing it to grow. Move it indoors well before the first frost, give it the brightest spot you have (light levels indoors drop sharply in winter), and keep it away from both cold window glass and hot radiators — the swing between the two does more damage than the cold itself.
When should I move african violet 'optimara little maya' for winter?
Bring indoors when nights start dropping below about 10°C, ahead of the first frost.
How often should I water african violet 'optimara little maya' in winter?
Cut watering right back — african violet 'optimara little maya' uses far less while growth slows, and cold, wet compost is the usual cause of winter root rot. Stop feeding until spring.
What kills african violet 'optimara little maya' over winter?
Watering on the same schedule as summer. In winter that keeps the roots sodden while the plant is barely drinking, and african violet 'optimara little maya' rots from the base.