Question
what months of the year do violets bloom inbp

Answer
Mike,
African violets can bloom any time of the year.  They are indoor plants, and as such, are not under the constraints that other plants are to bloom seasonally.  Some growers say their violets actually can bloom 12 months of the year; in other words, all the time.  I, myself have found that after blooming for 6-8 weeks my violets need to take a "rest" period of 1-3 months.  But, usually my violets are in bloom twice a year, sometimes three, and at 6-8 weeks at a time that sums up to about 5-6 good months of blooms-- not too shabby!  They are especially lovely when blooming during the cold of winter, when their deep green foliage and bright colorful blooms are in contrast to the white snow, (or the gray landscape) outside the window.  One thing that will contribute to violets' POTENTIAL to bloom year-round is to fertilize them every time they are watered.  That, along with enough sunlight, humidity and warmth is the best recipe for African violets.