How to Grow Begonia
Position – Sun or part shade
Soil – Well-drained
Flowering Period –Spring and summer
Hardiness – Tender
Where to plant Begonia
Begonia are best planted in a well-drained soil of sand, clay or loam. They are best positioned in an area of full sun or part shade. Begonia are well suited to being planted in baskets and containers where the blooms will cascade over the sides.
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How to plant Begonia
Most varieties of Begonia should be planted out in March or April when all signs of frost have passed. Water thoroughly after planting.
How to care for Begonia
During the initial stages of growth, keep watered regularly. This should be sustained throughout the season taking care not to dampen the foliage. Keep watering at the base of the plant to avoid scorching the foliage. Feed on a weekly basis with a high potassium feed to gain the best results. There is little need to prune Begonia unless they become unruly. Simply take a little off where you deem necessary and don't shear off large clumps of foliage.
How to propagate Begonia
It is possible to propagate Begonia by leaf cuttings or by sections of the rhizome.
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