Begonia Semperflorens Mixed Color Flowering Seeds

Purchase Description

•  Begonia Semperflorens Mixed Color Flowering Seeds

Description

Begonia semperflorens are superb bedding plants that grow to a compact height and produce brightly coloured flowers that really stand out from the contrasting foliage. They are ideal for flower beds, borders or patio pots and containers. 

How to grow and maintainance

• Taking care of begonias once the corms have sprouted is easy.
• When weather permits, begonias can be transplanted to the garden bed, spacing about 10-18 inches apart.
• Likewise, they can be placed in containers spaced approximately 3 to 4 inches apart.
• Leave plenty of room between plants for adequate circulation to prevent the possibility of developing mildew.
• When taking care of begonias, be sure to provide begonias with well-drained, organic soil and place them in a sunny or lightly shaded area.
• While begonias enjoy regular watering, be careful not to let them continually remain saturated, as this can also lead to problems with mildew as well as with fungus.
• Reduce watering once the leaves yellow in the fall.
• In cold climates, begonia corms need to be lifted and stored in a cool, dry area over winter, usually in mid-October.
• During the growing season, begonias may need to be protected from pests such as snails and slugs.
• These pests enjoy eating the young shoots and foliage.
• Caterpillars, thrips, aphids, and mealybugs can also attack begonia plants; however, with routine care, pests rarely become a problem.
• Tuberous begonias can be propagated easily through cuttings in spring or division. Divide begonias while dormant or when the shoots are still small.
• To prevent fungal diseases, dust them with sulphur powder and allow them to dry before planting. Caring for begonias is well worth the limited effort required, as they do most of the work, providing endless color and beauty in the garden.
• Sunlight: Full Sun to partial shade
• Soil: Soil should remain moist, but not too wet. Loam, Clay, Sand.
• Water: Keep soil moist throughout the growing season.
• Temperature: 70 to 75 degrees F (21 to 24 degrees C)
• Fertilizer: Any organic fertilizer can be applied.