Question
I have a 20+ year old violet, that I have brought back from death for the third time now. It has been for about 3 months,and currently is in shallow water infused with a very dilute solution of root stimulator. The root system was totally destroyed, and I cut up to the bottom of the crown exposing green before putting it into the solution. At this time there is about a 1 inch white root proceeding from the bottom of the crown with many secondary roots. The folliage has begun to come back, with the older growth once again green and firm and at least 12-15 new leaves. Is it time to put the plant in dirt, and if so,  how do I go about this? The crown of the plant is about 3 inches in diameter with 8 of the original leaves and 12-15 new , all growing hydroponically.

Answer
You sound like a miracle worker.  Yes, it sounds as if the plant is ready to pot in soil.  Use a soil mixture for African Violets only, which usually contain a good amount of perlite, which is very light and aids in the oxygenation of the roots.  Since it can be considered an "infant" plant you should use a smaller than usual pot.  It will not bloom otherwise.  The roots of adult violets need to be crowded so they'll put their energy into blooming, not producing more foliage.  I'm sure you know to use fertilizer at half-strength, or even less being that this is a baby plant.  I'm curious as to what occurred to destroy the root system.  You sound almost like an expert.  I'll bet you could teach me a lot.