Begonia Plants Varieties

Maret 17, 2024 Posting Komentar

Begonia plants varieties

If your plant has beautifully patterned leaves, it is most likely a rex begonia. An obliquely shaped leaf that looks like a wing indicates an angel wing or dragon wing begonia. Green or bronze oval leaves let you know you have a wax begonia. Finally, look at the flowers.

Do begonias like sun or shade?

They do best in situations with shade or morning sun/afternoon shade. Most varieties have flowers that hang down a little, making tuberous begonias ideal for hanging baskets and window boxes rather than garden beds and borders. No matter where you grow them, make sure they have good drainage to prevent rot.

What is the difference between begonia and tuberous begonia?

Gently dig up your begonia and take a look at the roots. Fibrous-rooted begonias will look stringy; rhizomatous will have creeping surface stems and roots; and tuberous begonias have a round, flattened brown tuber that looks, well, a lot like a cow pie!

Do begonias do better in pots or in the ground?

Begonias prefer growing in light, rich soil with a good concentration of humus, similar to the makeup of potting soil. So it's no surprise the plants tend to thrive in containers. Begonias planted in a pot should be spaced 4-6″ apart and with the tubers buried hollow-side up.

Do you deadhead begonias?

Most begonias don't need deadheading but look better if you snap off old flower stems. Don't deadhead sunflowers because the seeds are important food sources for birds.

How many years do begonias last?

As the water evaporates, it will create a zone of humidity around your plant. No begonia has a long life span. Most only live for 2 to 3 years, even with good care. Cane begonias such as angel wings go dormant if the temperature gets too cool.

Do all begonias come back every year?

Most begonias are annuals (last only one season). You can save tubers from tuberous begonias to replant the next year or bring annual begonias in as houseplants in winter. Some rhizomatous and hardy begonias (B. grandis) are perennial, or come back year after year, in warmer regions.

How many times a year do begonias bloom?

Unlike most flowering plants, which require at least a half day of full sun, begonias actually prefer growing in the shade. They also never have a down time. Once begonias begin flowering, they bloom continuously from summer to frost.

Is Miracle Grow good for begonias?

Fertilizer. Begonias do not need a lot of fertilizer, especially when they are very small. Try watering seedlings with ¼ strength fertilizer. You can use premade soluble fertilizers like Miracle-Gro™ or Peter's™ as they are the easiest to dissolve and apply initially.

How often should I water begonias?

Water Needs A good rule of thumb is to water every two to four days. When it's hot and dry you'll need to water more often than when the air cools down and the soil holds more moisture. Begonia plants in full sun will also require more water than plants in shady locations.

How do you keep begonias blooming?

11 Tips to Keep Your Begonias Blooming all Season Long

1 Water, But Not Too Much.
2 Give Them Adequate Sun.
3 Use Light Soil.
4 Fertilize Them Regularly.
5 Use a High Quality Compost.
6 Deadhead When Needed.
7 Choose The Right Varieties.
8 Pick a Proper Location.

How do I winterize my begonias?

Place a layer of peat moss, vermiculite, or sawdust in a small cardboard box. Lay the tubers on the storage medium, then cover the tubers with additional peat, vermiculite, or sawdust. Store the tubers in an area with a temperature of 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Do not allow the tubers to freeze.

How do I save my begonias for next year?

Put them on screen trays or pack them in dry peat, sawdust, sand or other insulating material. Store tubers in a dry, dark, cool (above freezing) area. In the spring, start begonia plants by placing the tubers on damp potting soil in a warm environment.

How do you keep potted begonias over the winter?

Whether you packed your begonia tubers in a box, or kept them in their pots, where you store them for winter is the same. Keep them in a cool, dry, dark location, where the temperature stays between 50-60°F.

Do coffee grounds help begonias?

Begonias benefit from an acidic soil, which the peat moss gives it. Adding some used coffee grounds to the soil will work wonders for begonias.

What problems do begonia have?

Disease problems associated with begonias include Botrytis blight and stem rot, powdery mildew, and Pythium root and stem rot. The major pests of begonias are mealy bugs, spider mites, thrips, scales, snails, and slugs. Begonias may be sensitive to insecticidal soaps.

Do begonias like to be in bigger pots?

Begonias like to be root-bound, and can struggle if repotted too often. When it's time for repotting begonias, be certain to choose a container that is only one size larger than the current one. They can start to suffer if they're planted in a pot that's too large.

Why are my begonias all leaves and no flowers?

They may be receiving too much or too little sunshine. Move them to another location and see if they begin producing new buds in a couple of weeks. If you haven't been regularly fertilizing your begonias, it's time to start. If they have become leggy, prune them back.

How do I make my begonia bushy?

Pruning & Deadheading Begonias

Pruning and deadheading begonia is recommended to promote a bushier plant with more flowers.
Cut back the growing tips on begonias branches every 2 to 4 weeks or if your plants become leggy. ...
Tuberous begonias die back every year.

How do you care for potted begonias?

GROWING BEGONIAS AS HOUSEPLANTS

Water and humidity: Probably the quickest way to kill a begonia is too much water. Let them dry out slightly between waterings.
Location: East-, west-, or south-facing windows are best. ...
Potting: Potted begonias prefer to be slightly root-bound rather than given too much room.