Begonia is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Begoniaceae.The genus contains more than 2,000 different plant species. The Begonias are native to moist subtropical and tropical climates. Some species are commonly grown indoors as ornamental houseplants in cooler climates. In cooler climates some species are cultivated outside in summertime for their bright colorful flowers ...

2024年9月13日 · Begonias are perfect for a long-blooming splash of color on shady porches. In cooler climates, you can grow these tropical beauties as houseplants or annual flowers in containers, hanging baskets, or beds. Begonias thrive in part shade and appreciate evenly moist, fertile soils. Their roots are toxic to some animals.

2021年12月9日 · Types of Wax Begonia (Begonia semperflorens-cultorum) Wax begonia cultivars are popular flowering begonias with clusters of small four or five-petaled red, pink, or white flowers. Small round or ovate waxy leaves are a beautiful feature of these bedding begonias. Wax begonias are cold-hardy in zones 10 and 11, however they thrive indoors.

2024年6月14日 · The term tuberous begonias refers to a group of begonia cultivars and begonia hybrids with large, colorful flowers. They either grow upright or as a trailing plant. The Begonia boliviensis group of tuberous begonias comes in an impressive range of colors, including warm yellows, reds, oranges, whites, and pinks. Rieger begonias are a cross ...

2024年7月17日 · Fibrous-rooted: Includes plants described as wax begonias, cane begonias, dragon-wing begonias, and other types, all of which have standard root balls with thin rootsThe leaves tend to be round, waxy, and relatively small. The flowers are also fairly small, about 1 1/2 inches. Tuberous: Blooms midsummer through fall with large flowers in neon-like shades of pink, yellow, orange, red, or white.

2024年9月23日 · Escargot Begonia is a captivating plant known for its striking spiral-shaped leaves that resemble a snail shell. The large, dark green leaves with frosted white swirls make it perfect for container designs or as a unique border along shaded garden paths. This begonia grows to a height of 12 inches and spreads up to 12 inches in width.

2024年7月20日 · Begonia Luxurians, known as the Palm Leaf Begonia, hail from the tropical forests of Brazil. Its large, fan-like leaves set it apart, giving it a palm tree-like appearance. It’s crucial to water this begonia only when the soil dries out 20 …

2022年1月21日 · The most common are Begonia semperflorens varieties, also called wax, annual, or bedding begonias. These shade-loving plants bring mounds of color when planted under trees or tucked in planters, hanging baskets, or window boxes. Wax begonias are typically grown as annuals, reaching 6 to 12 inches tall and wide. Learn more about wax begonias.

Caring for Begonia. Watering: Begonias like moist soil but not waterlogged conditions.Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, and be careful not to overwater. Fertilizing: Feed begonias with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every two to four weeks during the growing season.; Pruning: Pinch back the tips of the stems to encourage bushier growth, and remove any dead or …

2023年10月2日 · This begonia will grow large and trail downwards beautifully in a hanging basket. Add a few baskets of these along a porch for a gorgeous and bold statement. These pair well with nonstop deep rose begonias, for a uniform hot pink flower shade garden. Rhizomatous. The most common variety of rhizomatous begonias are Rex begonias. While these are ...