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Rob's Dandy Lion


Sdbl. bells of pewter-silver with distinct yellow anthers.  Nearly black TL variegated foliage.  Small semiminiature.  AVSA #7731

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Rob's Dandy Lion

Average Rating 4.7 out of 5

Gorgeous little dandy

I ordered this little guy. Arrived in perfect shape and in bloom. Bloom and leaves are exactly as described. Perfect addition to my collection.

Ann Bush Aug 16 2023, 20:13 PM

No blooms

I purchased 4 different violets a couple of years ago. I treated them all the same, food, light, soil, fertilizer, etc. Two have never bloomed including this one. I emailed the company, and they suggested I "change the soil". Not sure what that would accomplish, but I did it nonetheless. No difference. Waste of money.

Elizabeth Ridings Jun 07 2022, 12:24 PM

Beautiful

Beautiful little plant! One of my favorites that I’ve received from here!

Lee Anne Hope Mar 08 2022, 22:06 PM

Absolutely Adorable

Rob's Dandy Lion is an adorable little violet that is always in bloom, I highly recommend growing this one!

Eve Pickren Jan 08 2022, 21:37 PM

Blooming now

Received 3 weeks ago and it's blooming already. Love it. Thank you!

Jemalu Reed Nov 28 2021, 09:16 AM

healthy plants!!

I received mine 2 weeks ago and it's blooming now. Thank you. Love it!!

Jemalu Reed Nov 25 2021, 09:33 AM

Blooming Powerhouse!

The first one of these I got was in the winter and froze during shipment. Second try was the charm. This beauty has probably twice the amount of blooms shown above and the foilage is just as amazing! The bells are gorgeous, not totally white, more of a cream color and quite eyecatching! I love its uniqueness! Recommend it highly!

Lavena Spade Oct 07 2021, 08:23 AM

Great Expectations

This is my first purchase from Violet Barn, and I am Very pleased with my violet. I didn't notice that it was a "semi-mini" violet when I ordered it, and was quite surprised by the tiny size when it arrived...in perfect condition. The dark, healthy, tiny little leaves have just a tinge of pink on the edges. I have read the reviews, and am looking forward to the leaves turning pink, and eventual flowers. I will defintely be purchasing from Violet Barn again. : )

Dawn Keller Oct 04 2021, 13:56 PM

Beautiful African Violets!!!

Bough a start from a friend who purchased through you! Wow it’s beautiful and growing so quickly!!! Just had to come check out your full sized plants because I’m impatient! HaHa

Michelle Harris Jul 08 2021, 17:40 PM

Budding now!

Mine is just adorable and the buds have just appeared - I can't wait!

shelley summitt Dec 09 2020, 16:35 PM

Prolific bloomer!!!

This little lovely have bloomed it’s heart out! It is so pretty and I love it! I trust this grower above all others!!

Trisha Brown Feb 15 2020, 16:35 PM

lovely colors

This is a great violet to grow. Before the blooms open they are flushed pink and the leaves are as well. So many shades of color in this violet. Very dainty.

Julie Fite Dec 09 2019, 23:10 PM

Growing beautifully

This little beauty is just growing perfectly. It loves its home! I’m so happy with it. I love the leaf pattern.

Trisha Brown Mar 09 2019, 21:02 PM

AV

Just got this one and it's beautiful. Wee packaged as alway.

Olga Krysinski Apr 02 2017, 04:22 AM

AV

Love , love , love it. I have about 30 miniature violets. They r all beautiful and so easy to grow. Thank u.

Olga Krysinski Mar 03 2017, 19:58 PM

Cute!

Very cute little one. Shapes well and blooms well.

Louise Thompson Aug 30 2016, 15:07 PM

Love the support

Got this as one of "buy 10" deals, they came nicely packed and some in bloom, but have not been able to get it to re-bloom. But I love the support I receive when I call (called several times).

Shari Montazeri Mar 01 2016, 09:32 AM

very unusual and just perfect

I bought this violet last time and now several months later I can't stop admire this little darling. Very easy growing violet. Forms absolutely perfect rosette and my favorite variegation is always on.

Maria Campbell Feb 25 2016, 09:14 AM

Little But Adorable

Have been looking for this plant for a while now and was not disappointed when it arrived. Now I'm looking forward to seeing those little blooms!

Judith B Green Oct 20 2015, 19:38 PM

Striking foliage, unusual flowers

If I could hug a plant this would be the one. I grow it a few inches under fluorescent lights, and the foliage is more pink than green, very striking and beautiful. I love the little bell-shaped flowers too (mine doesn't flower that often), but even without flowers this plant is spectacular. Just removed a sucker--now I have two!

Helen M. Walden Aug 31 2014, 12:14 PM

Very Healthy Plant!

This little cutie just arrived perfectly balanced, lovely foliage, now anticipating the blooms!!

Anonymous May 27 2014, 16:13 PM

really great when mature

The variegation improves with age and size. When grown in bright light, leaves are very dark with cream or pink variegation. In cool temperatures, the white bells emerge with more color - pink, yellow, green - blush and streaks on the outside of the outermost petal - very pretty.

Jaye R. Hendrix Jun 08 2013, 10:42 AM

Perfection

This little guy is blooming like crazy.large flowers that are a bit bell shaped..

Elena Colandrea Feb 17 2013, 20:31 PM

VERY DANDY!

Very unique and fun. Easy bloomer.

Beverly Geary Oct 19 2012, 19:57 PM

I love this little one

So much I actually grow two! They bloom constantly for me and I loved the bells. This is a very easy one to grow so it's good for a novice.

Melanie Watson Apr 25 2012, 15:25 PM

Elegant and reliable

One of my favorite violets. Lovely bell-shaped flowers over dark symmetrical foliage. Unusual and elegant.

Elizabeth Womack Nov 03 2011, 20:12 PM

Dandy Lion

This mini is excellent. Small, slightly variegated dark leaves really make the beautiful cupped flowers pop. Im ordering my second one!

Nick Langevin May 22 2011, 20:00 PM

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