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Funambule


A superior plant, one of our very favorites.  Sdbl. dark blue pansies with white and pink fantasy streaks.  Perfect, dark, TL variegated foliage.  Excellent showplant or houseplant.  (Croteau)  AVSA #9660

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Funambule

Average Rating 4.7 out of 5

Pretty Fantasy

This is one of my favorites, a good grower and a beautiful variegated fantasy. Very pretty!

Anonymous Nov 17 2018, 23:46 PM

Nice foliage!

I just received this young plant about two weeks ago and I am very pleased that I made this purchase because the leaves on this plant has a beautiful shade of green, and what surprised me is that some of the leaves are showing good variation, even thought the plant is young. I can not wait till it starts maturing more and blooms!

Lauren Mcadoo Jul 20 2018, 18:21 PM

Funambule = FUN

This is such a beautiful plant. I had one years ago and it always made me happy to see its blooms.

Kathryn J Haygood Apr 25 2018, 16:44 PM

Funambule

This violet is my very favorite. I've had it for years . Always a good bloomer and very good grower. Can't imagine not always having one. Janice 04/22/18

Janice GILL Apr 23 2018, 01:17 AM

Wonderful

Each time this one blooms I can't believe how beautiful it is, and when it's not in bloom, the foliage is spectacular eye candy. I'm glad I took a chance and added this one as an after thought. I really enjoy it.

Rachel Witmer Mar 26 2018, 14:09 PM

Funambule

I purchased one of these 7 seven years ago from the Violet Barn. For me, Funambule was a vigorous grower and consistent bloomer. I lost it last August due to Hurricane Harvey. It's one of my all time favorites, and I just purchased another one. Geary

Geary Smith Feb 04 2018, 09:46 AM

Love it!

Shapes wonderfully! Mine is still young but it should have it's first bloom very soon. Very healthy and pretty foliage. Recommended!

Florence Lu Nov 03 2017, 12:44 PM

ONE OF MY FAVORITES

HAD THIS PLANT FOR MANY YEARS . ALWAYS BLOOMING ALWAYS BEAUTIFUL. VERY EASY TO GROW. I LOVE IT.

JANICE GILL May 05 2017, 16:55 PM

Old Reliable

One of the first violet's I purchased from VB. Always loved it, but has special sentimental value for me b/c my new kitten attacked it, knocked it over, messed up the roots and all the leaves, but it recovered like a champ and still blooms gloriously to this day!

Matthew Ullrich Mar 04 2017, 11:37 AM

Beautiful!

First blooms opening up, just beautiful! Arrived fast, good quality, large plant. Thank you!

Alla Avery Oct 06 2016, 15:51 PM

Reliable flowers

I've ordered this plant 3 times. The past 2 times, each would last a couple of years and then for some unexplained reason the entire plant simply dies off. It doesn't stop me from ordering a third time, as it has given me continuous blooms in it's lifetime.

Anonymous Aug 23 2016, 15:56 PM

Funambule is Fabulous!

From the beautiful pink and green foliage, to the gorgeous blue flowers with fantasy markings, this is one fabulous violet! Far exceeded my expectations, and is my favorite! I'm in love!

Mary Parsons May 06 2016, 12:49 PM

My favourite

I have several of these plants and have given two away as presents. Blooms frequently and beautiful leaves even when not in bloom. Easy to care for. Looks just like picture.

Anonymous May 02 2016, 16:44 PM

Lovely

Received this lovely plant a few days ago. As usual, in wonderful condition AND an open bud that shows the delightful fantasy!

Judith B Green Sep 05 2015, 14:21 PM

Funambule is a Stunner

This plant is one of my favorites so far. The foliage is gorgeous and it will definitely remain a centerpiece in my collection. Be sure to give this one a try and you won't regret it! Beth

Beth Armour Jul 24 2014, 10:25 AM

Funambule

Blooming now, prolifically, no pink in sight, a very dark blue, white fantasy streaks. Has very flat variegated leaves, new leaves are almost solid cream. Not my favorite African violet.

Anonymous Apr 07 2014, 10:15 AM

A real beauty

I bought this plant last year and it is non stop blooming. I highly recommend this.

Raina Snell Sep 25 2013, 21:13 PM

FUNAMBULE

An absolute favorite! Foliage is striking and fun even at times the plant is not blooming which seems to be rare! Very hardy and provides a great contrast to my favorite pinks.

Barbara Jul 21 2012, 16:33 PM

Beautiful!

This is one of my favorites. It's a happy bloomer and the blooms are striking! I kee this one out for all to see!

C Detwiler Jul 06 2012, 19:40 PM

Sport

I purchased this plant a few years ago. The plant came with no blossom. When it finally did blossomed about a year later, it was not what I expected. This plant flowered a nice pale pink and not the fantasy it should have. This occasionally happens with single leaf propagates, but considering it's the original plant, I cannot say I'm very satisfied. That said the other plants I ordered at the same time look spectacular and maintained their fantasy much better. (Violet Barn note: We guarantee first bloom is true--will replace plant on next order. The pink version of this is called 'Ma's Paris Affair').

Christopher Nagy Apr 20 2012, 19:59 PM

Funambule

This is a beautiful violet in every way! It has excellent foliage with wonderful shape and color. The blooms are stunning and profuse. It is a very hardy plant.

Ruth Apr 16 2012, 14:35 PM

Striking Fantasy

Having seen many pictures of Funambule, but having waited years to get one thinking its blooms were "okay", I am startled now having one in bloom. Pictures do not do justice to the shocking contrast of blue violet and pink. It's far more beautiful than I imagined it would be.

Cara Beserra Nov 16 2011, 11:55 AM

Love this one

This is one of my absolute favorite violets. The variegated leaves and striking striped blossoms are an eye-catching combination year after year, and I have had this plant for over seven.

Anne Aug 02 2011, 14:30 PM

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