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Average Rating 4.8 out of 5
One of the easiest
Of all the violets I’ve gotten from Violet Barn this one has got to be my favorite because it was so forgiving and hardy. Beautiful and unusual, it looks like it’s finicky but it’s not.
Gorgeous!
The blooms & foliage on this violet are beautiful!
Beautiful and hardy
My plant arrived looking very healthy and robust, and it already had a bloom! I keep it in my eastern window and follow my usual water/fertilizer routine; it already has four new blooms with more buds on the way. I've only had this plant for a couple months, and it's already one of my favorites.
Not my Fave
I wanted to like this hybrid more than I actually do, as I have waited quite a while to be able to grow it. Firstly, the flowers are not double, they are very much single wavy blooms of dark pink. The foliage was not variegated as shown either. I also found it to be a shy bloomer. All in all, just didn't meet the description and therefore my expectations.
My personal favorite
At 15 inches across, with gorgeous pink & green foliage and full of hot pink blossoms, this beauty was the star of our winter show. I had so many requests for leaves, including from one of the judges! That was the one request I couldn't turn down. Was still a novice when I bought Jamaica Farewell from Violet Barn, and two years later, I'm winning top awards with Ma's wonderful hybrids. Thank you to both Ma and Rob!
Ma's Jamaica Farewell
I ordered this violet with my last order...........was very excited to see it. However, due to my furnace not heating properly, I lost several violets including this one. I will be ordering this one again....so totally gorgeous!
A beauty
The blossoms are gorgeous and the foliage comes in as a close second!
Leaves aren't what I expected
I am a little disappointed in this plant. I purchased Feb 2022 and wanted to give ample time before leaving a review on all of the varieties I received. The plant came in very small and sparse and the leaves were dark green with no variegation. 8 months later and the plant is better but there is still no obvious variegation in the leaves. I can see the edges of the leaves ever so slightly a lighter green but nothing like the photos. I've had the plant under grow lights with the same conditions as all my other variegated varieties that are thriving. From the other reviews it sounds like this one is slower to color up so I'm going to keep my fingers crossed this one shows some color soon! VB Note: For more variegation, grow it cooler--variegation is highly dependent upon temperature.
Gorgeous foliage
I ordered this plant for it's stunning foliage. It's like nothing I've ever seen. I'm so pleased with it and thankful for Violet Barn!
Jamaica Farewell continues to impress!
I reviewed this violet in October 2021, before it bloomed, but I was already in love with the foliage. It's been blooming, and growing, for nearly a year, and it makes me smile every day! The blossoms are definitely hot pink, and the variegation is a softer pink. It is constantly in bloom, and now well over 12 inches across. Forms a lovely rosette without any fuss from me, and I'm planning to enter with 2 other Ma's varieties in the Collections class at our February show. Thank you for a wonderful African Violet!
Favorite
This violet is a prolific bloomer with beautiful foliage!
Highly recommend!
The variegation in the leaves is beautiful, and the blooms are lovely, as well. The blossoms are not "very hot-hot pink" for me, but rather a strong shade of purplish-pink. They are frilly! The first blooms came about three months after I received the plant. The plant arrived in perfect condition.
My favorite variegated violet.
This plant grows very symmetrical and the blossoms are beautiful. The bloom sticks with the frilly blossoms grow more of an upward direction on my plant which I like because you can see it better. Such an enjoyable plant.
Beauty
I got this plant 7 months ago and it is growing strong and beautiful! Love the variegated leaves, each leaf is a piece of art to stare at, and then the beautiful cheery blooms are added to the already wonderful foliage. Love it.
Favorite
This is one of my favorite violets. It needs repotting now. I lost many violets while I was sick last year. This one survived, and I am so glad. I would be heart broken to lose it.
2019 first violet
This plant loves to bloom. One of my favorites.
Wow!
I can't begin to describe the color of the flowers. My plant has green leaves but from what others say the variation will come. I can't imagine pink leaves and these very deep colored flowers.
I'm in love with the leaves!
Jamaica Farewell came with green leaves just a short few months ago. Settled in well under LED lights, but chose her to move to my sunny window. She's obviously in the right spot, because the variegation on the newer leaves is beautiful. The first buds will open in the next week, and I can hardly wait. Really, just another boringly healthy AV from The Violet Barn, but they never disappoint! And this one is a beauty.
Amazed!
Bought this violet and made mistake of replanting it after receiving. It languished for months and never grew. Thought of throwing it out but watered pot and put in sealed plastic bag for a month. Was amazed to see it thriving and growing. Can't wait for it to flower!!
Blooms are just starting
Received this several weeks ago. My plant is now loaded with buds and should be in bloom any day now. Looking forward to seeing the beautiful color.
Stunning
Absolutely stunning plant! I’ve had it for a couple of months and it’s bloomed and re-bloomed plenty of times. Definitely worth it!
Ma’s Jamaica Farewell
Packaged and shipped with such care. i can not wait to see this one grow and bloom. Thanks so much VB
One of My Favorites
So beautiful! The leaves grow symmetrically with very little effort and set off those gorgeous blooms to perfection!
Lovely, healthy plant
I got this plant a few weeks ago. It has been growing well and the variegation is starting to come in really nicely. Not sure if the blooms could be better than the foliage! I can’t wait to see them!
All Time Favorite
This violet is absolutely gorgeous!
This is a gem of a violet!
Lovely in every way!
Ma’s Jamaica Farewell
This was my first purchase and I’m very happy! Both plants arrived quickly and in great condition! I will definitely order again soon! I can’t wait to grow my av collection.
Favorite African Violet
The variegation on this violet is one of the prettiest I have ever seen in person. I can't wait for it to bloom!
Beautiful!
This is a beautiful violet!
Beautiful violet!
This violet is a stunner! What a beautiful contrast between the variegated leaves and the bright pink flowers! Can't go wrong with this one.
Favorite
This plant is beautiful. Gorgeous blooms & foliage.
Lost this one
Don't know if it was growing conditions but could not get this one to bloom. I am sure she is beautiful. I am now growing with lights and imagine she would do better. I did lose this one.
Excited for the future
This was one of the first plants I ordered. It came in perfect condition. I have never had a variegated violet before so it coming with solid leaves left me perplexed. After reading other reviews it seems normal. After having it about 2 weeks now it is producing new leaves and I can already see some color to them. I am so excited!
Sweet Little Gem.
My first plant from VB. Beautiful pink color in leaves to match the flowers. So cute. Doing so well. Margaret
Beautiful Plants
I received this plant several days ago. I can't wait to watch it grow to see the blooms and variegated leaves. Beautiful plant and looks happy where I have placed it. Thank you.
One of my favorites!!!
I received this plant last year, one of my first orders, what a beautiful variegated foliage, and always blooming. Never disappointed me, love it.
African violet vs streptocarpus
ReviewI’m back to African violets, tried switching to streptocarpus, but violets are so much more rewarding *
Beautiful plant
Excellent blooms. Beautiful plant! I can’t wait to receive my next shipment from this great company.
Just as described
I have had jamaica farewell for a few months. It came with all green leaves, no multi colored leaves. I waited. The second set of leaves started showing color. The leaves are beautiful and now it is flowering. The flowers are amazing. If you are looking for pink flowers and amazing leaves you need to try this one.
Lovely Plant
I purchased Ma's Jamaica Farewell recently, and I do want to comment that it's a lovely plant. Very little variegation when it arrived, but that was true of all my variegated AVs. I put her in a self-watering planter under grow lights and she seems very happy. I expect that as she adjusts to my environment, the colors will show up. Also looking forward to the flowers!
Jamaica Farewell SJ
This violet is the topic of discussion by everyone who see's her!!!!!!
Ma's Jamaica Farewell
Beautiful plant blooms that blooms well and often. Also has nice varigation that matches the bloom color.
Jamaica Farewell
I’ve had this plant for many years. It’s a favorite of mine. It’s beautiful pink leaves make it almost as pretty out of bloom as when in bloom. A very stunning violet. Janice Gill
love
I received this as a birthday gift from a friend, and I absolutely love! The leaves give the plant so much character.
A keeper!
I am downsizing my standards collection to make room on my shelves for more minis and trailers, but this beauty will be staying in my collection. The foliage grows wonderfully and the blooms are gorgeous!
Superior Plant
Love this plant! Great bloomer! Beautiful color!
One of the best!
This is one of my favorites! It's a constant bloomer and has beautiful foliage. The flowers are the biggest I have ever had on an African violet!
Just received
Excellent packaging and plant is very healthy!
Jamaica Farewell
Beautiful blooms and foliage but not as hardy as some of the other varieties. I would, however, recommend the plant. It's worth the extra attention.
Foliage is wonderful!
I love the foliage on this plant. It has bloomed once for me and it’s very pretty. Awaiting the next blooms with hopes of more blossoms.
A must have !
This is one of my many favorites, it blooms constantly, the flowers are big, and the foliage is beautiful! Perfect for any AV collection.
My Absolute Favorite!
Ma's Jamaica Farewell has everything going for it!! I have had mine for 2 to 3 years and it is about 18" across now. One thing I like about it is that the leaves stand out and lay flat, even by watering time. They do not droop, although I suppose they would if I waited too long to water it. The leaves are beautiful and so are the flowers, which are a bright, vivid pink. It blooms almost continuously! I started a Ma's Jamaica Farewell from a leaf when I re-potted this gorgeous plant. It is now blooming, too. Thank you, Ma, for developing this wonderful African Violet! I buy all of my African Violets from The Violet Barn because they are packaged so carefully and I have received many beautiful AV's from them.
Good bloomer
I bought this plant two years ago and it is one of my favorites! It is still always blooming and has big, beautiful flowers! I always order from Violet Barn. They consistently have healthy and we'll packaged plants!
One of my favorites
Symmetrical growth , flowers are held upright on strong stems. It thrives under my lights. Easy to grow.
The leaves alone are wonderful!
This healthy beauty arrived with with the most vibrant green and pink leaves...almost in the perfect shape of a rosette. The leaves alone are just so wonderful...I can't wait until she blooms for the full effect of the color of her flowers against these leaves. I am one happy customer...thank you VB.
BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL!!!!!
this has been in my collection for some time. It is just beautiful! Blooms are big, sizzling, foliage is very pretty and unusual. Mine is in bloom now and stops you in your tracks! Buy this you will not be sorry!
Ma's Jamacan Farewell
Received plant on March 2, 2016, plant was small and had about 6 leaves, didn't look very healthy for a nearly 3 month old plant, looks as though it was never fertilized. Trying to get healthy, like it should be.
Simply Stunning
This is a beautiful plant and a wonderful bloomer. I love the symmetrical growth and rich fuchsia blooms. You cannot go wrong with this one.
Beautiful
I get so many complements on this violet the leaves are so pretty and it grew so fast none stop blooming.
Gorgeous!
This is a beautiful plant that is easy to grow and always in bloom. The blooms are gorgeous!
Pretty Av
Not much pink on the leaves as the photo but very pretty plant and beautiful blooms. Hope as she grows more pink will appear.
Very nice plant
The variegation is beautiful and the plant is doing wonderful me. It arrived with flowers and after I disbudded and potted it up, it is getting more pink color in the leaves and starting to bud again. Thank you
Mas Jamaica farewell
This was also a Mothers day plant, and it arrived in bloom. She went on and on how pretty it was. It came with several buds and flowers that were the prettiest pink, My mom went on and on about how well it was packed and how good a shape all the plant were in. She was also very appreciative of the directions to unpack them and detailed instructions on their care. She was very pleased with all the violets I sent her.
BEAUTIFUL!
Just received this and it was already flowering with many buds coming! Flowers are very pretty and foliage is my favorite so far!
F Carter
I purchased this violet along with several others in February of this year. It arrived in perfect condition. By the first of April, it was in full bloom. And WOW- what beautiful blooms!! I absolutely LOVE this violet! Foliage is stunning and plant is perfectly shaped. I am sooo glad I ordered this one!!!!!
Maintains Excellent Shape
I ordered this violet in October 2013 and absolutely love everything about it! The plant maintains excellent shape and is full of blossoms when it comes into bloom. This violet is very easy to grow.
Foliage is beautiful!
A nice little established plant arrived - the younger foliage has a little pinkish fringe to it. I broke one leaf unpacking, but that'll be filled in in no time. Very excited to see it grow - I'm thinking as it gets older the foliage will start to turn.
love this violet plant
the hot pink flowers are gorgeous. Very happy I got it.
Beautiful variegation
I bought my Jamaica Farewell in August 2012. Now that it has matured it has long elegant stems with pink and green variegated leaves. The flowers are lovely. The plant is absolutely stunning!!!
mas jamica farewell
beautiful plant. gorgeous flower. but it died over the cold winter and i want to replace it.
Easy to grow
I bought this plant a year ago. It has beautiful blooms and is a very lovely plant. My plant does not have the degree of variegation on the leaves as the picture shows but it is still a lovely plant. For the past 3 months it has been in constant bloom. Easy to grow.
I'm a happy newbie!
This plant was one of three in my first Violet Barn order and 6 months later it's looking beautiful. It's still alive and flourishing even with a newbie owner. The plant is beautiful with and without flowers. And the leaves are really pink! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this African Violet!
A year after purchase
I commented a year ago about this plant not having any variegation, but I can honestly say, a year later it has ALOT of pink in the leaves and the newest ones are nearly a solid pink! The flowers are vibrant pink as well. She still grows very flat and will most likely be one I bring to the Desert Sun Display in February. She's about a foot across now...Thanks for a beautiful plant!
Mas Jamaica Farewell What a Beauty!
This lovely has the most beautiful variegation, light pink against the dark is amazing. It arrived in bud so I can't wait to see the hot pink bloom against this unusual leaf color. It is definitely one of my favorites. I recently received 5 plants(first order) from this site and all plants came in very healthy condition with no damage. Unique plants you will definitely not find at local garden centers. The delivery was also very quick, ordered on the weekend, had them on Thursday. Very satisfied customer, will be ordering again and again.
Stunning! One of my favorites
This shockingly beautiful plant is a must have! The foliage is an amazing dark glossy green with a generous helping of creamy white and rich pink variegation. The leaves seem a bit prone to becoming excessively spooned if a lapse in culture occurs, such as a missed watering or late repotting. However its form is excellent and the dark green makes a perfect backdrop for the electrifying hot fushia pink blooms which are borne in abundance. Do include this one on your wish list!
Beautiful!
The leaves on this plant are almost as beautiful as the prolific double pink flowers. One of my favorites!
Very Happy
I just received my order and I am very Happy .All the plants I ordered arrived quickly and in perfect condition. My Jamaica Farewell has several large healthy leaves with a lovely purplish underside to the leaf. I cant wait to see it bloom. I don't think it will be all that long since 3 of the 6 plants I received were already n bloom. I will be ordering again ...and again .Very Happy with my order.
My favorite!
Out of the 200+ varieties I have, this is my favorite! The variegated foliage shapes up perfectly and is beautiful on its own. And mine never seems to be without blooms.
hooked!
was given this as a gift. Now I want more!
Disappointed at first
I was disappointed at first because I thought I received the wrong plant. Mine had dark green leaves and a purple flower. I wrote the company and they assured me that I had the right plant. After 3 weeks of living in a sunny window, I now have pink showing up on th eedges of the new leaves and a pink flower has just opened today. I think this plant is going to be one of my favorites.
Ma's Jamaican Farewell
Prolific bloomer, beautiful variegation. I've used this violet's pictures in my own capillary matting ads on Ebay. See my violet pics on Facebook for many pictures of The Violet Barn's violets.
Love this AV
The foliage as well as the blooms are spectacular on this AV!
Beautiful Foliage
Although my plant has not yet flowered nor is the variegation there yet, but the foliage grows very flat and straight and is RED, RED, RED on the underside. She's gonna be a beauty!
Ma's Jamaica Farewell
I received this 6 months ago. Very healthy on arrival. The pink color on the leaves disappeared quickly, however the blooms were gorgeous. It has been at rest but has new bloom starts. Three times the size from arrival and have transplanted it to a larger pot. Hoping as it matures the pink color in the leaves will return.
Mas Jamaica Farewell
I have several "pink" AVs, and in my opinion, this is one of the best. A nice clear pink color, and the foliage, with its edge and back, sets the blooms off to perfection.
Mas Jamaica Farewell - Gorgeous!
This is one of my favorite African Violets, purchased from the Violet Barn! It is Mas Jamaica Farewell. It has very large, hot, vibrant, pink flowers that are very showy!
Ma's Jamaica Farewell
This by far my favorite plant. It's perfict in every way, from beautifully symmetrical veriegated foliage to the hot pink flowers. Always a show winner for me.
Mas Jamaican Farewell
This was a plant in my very first order. It has such pretty pink tinged variegated foliage that compliments the flourecent pink flowers...a real gem !