Penn State

Penn State Master Gardeners is offering a workshop about the African violet, one of the most common house plants, 10 a.m.-noon March 14 at Blocker’s Coffeehouse, 309 Front St., Catasauqua.

African violets are readily available with a variety of leaf and flower colors and patterns, learn about soil, light and fertilizer requirements, common issues, and propagation techniques.

With registration, each participant will be given a Penn State Extension pot mug, a pot, soil and an African violet to take home.

Refreshments are not included with registration fee.

Deadline for registration is March 6.

For more information or to register go to: extension.psu.edu/african-violet-workshop or call 877-345-0691.