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
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Begonia |
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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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