Elephant Ear Begonia. An attractive foliage plant with hugh bronze-green hairy leaves with masses of hairy pink flowers. Max Height 1.1m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers November to April. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Begonia scharffii
An attractive foliage plant with hugh bronze-green hairy leaves with masses of hairy pink flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Begonia |
|---|---|
| Species | scharffii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Elephant Ear Begonia |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.1m |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | November, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | Botrytis, Powdery mildew |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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