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
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Begonia |
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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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