Begonia - Begonia x tuberhybrida

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This popular indoor plant is grown for its beautiful flowers for many weeks. They are available all year round; in full bloom. The double flowers are available in shades of pink and white, yellow, orange and red.

They can be grown outdoors in summer in temperate regions in a secluded, shady garden bed or on a secluded patio. The soil must be enriched but very well-drained. Try burying the flowering pots into window boxes or hanging baskets etc. for 'instant colour'.

Place it in bright, indirect light indoors and keep the atmosphere moist, by mist spraying the leaves with tepid water daily. Never allow the soil to totally dry out and feed it regularly with a flowering, pot plant food.

It is best to discard the tuber after flowering.
 

Additional Info

  • Common Name: Begonia
  • Latin Name: Begonia x tuberhybrida