A beautiful showy free flowering houseplant. Max Height 30cm to 35cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to October. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Additional information
Generic | Begonia |
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Species | tuberhybrida |
Varietry | 'Guardsman' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Perennial |
Height | 30cm, 35cm |
Family | Begoniaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, October |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Dead head regularly, Keep dry when dormant, Lift and store frost free |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant, Pot |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Botrytis, Powdery mildew, Red spider mite |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Cut back in winter |
Propagation | Seed |
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