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African Violets

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11 years ago

last modified: 11 years ago

i am pretty pleased that this works! 3.5 oz condiment cups and these jars. :) i had this one jar and now im gonna go on amazon and see if i can find more. i will post a link where i got the condiment cups if anyone is interested. these were the only squat cups i could find anywhere that are 3" in diameter.

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frankielynnsie

11 years ago

I am using those same jars. Found them at Ingles and bought 12. Now I need 1 more for the free plant and any other I must have in the future. I think I will be satisfied with what I have for a little while.

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11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
oh and these are widemouth jars.... here's the link to the jars.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000V5KVDU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1KRI4CSQ591L0

And here's the condiment cups:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HG9L4D0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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kaityinoregon
11 years ago
I use this same system. Try and find a Cash N' Carry or some other restaurant supply store near you for the condiment cups! I get like 500 at a time for $4.
User
Original Author
11 years ago
Great! I'm glad I'm not the only one that has discovered this great system. ;-) even the regular 1/2 pint jars that are straight sided would probably work... they just aren't as eye pleasing. :-)
loveofbostons
11 years ago
Spotted those jars at Walmart, forgot to check the price for anyone who would be looking.
allymarie
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
Hi, I pop in once in awhile to learn about growing African Violets.I have several that are doing well thanks to this forum. I'm curious about this method.How is it setup? Is there a link someone can direct me to?

Allymarie
User
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
Allymarie,

Click here for the the link you wanted to be directed to.
allymarie
11 years ago
Thanks!
elephantlady_gw
11 years ago
I checked out the link that dgregory posted (thanks!). Is this setup just for minis or can it be used for semi-minis as well?
kisota
11 years ago
This makes me want to grow a few again. Your violets are beautiful Robin.

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