Wax Begonia. A pretty plant which comes in a range of foliage and flower colours. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers April to September. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Begonia semperflorens
A pretty plant which comes in a range of foliage and flower colours
Additional information
| Generic | Begonia |
|---|---|
| Species | semperflorens |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Wax Begonia |
| Flower Colour | mixed colours |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 25cm |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, red |
| Flowers From | April, September |
| 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 |
| 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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