Begonia grandiflora Orange x 3
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- 3 x Begonia grandiflora Orange
Botanical name | Begonia grandiflora Orange |
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Category | Begonia |
Delivered as | Tubers |
Size | 3/4 |
Qty | 3x |
Flowers | No |
Flower period | Summer-Autumn |
Fragranr | No |
Cutflowers | No |
Flower colour | Orange |
Fruits | No |
Edible | No |
Location | Semi shade |
Hardy | No |
Groundcovering | No |
Naturalizing | No |
Plant spacing | 20cm |
Plant Depth | 5cm |
Preferred Soil | Peaty soil |
Full grown height | 10cm - 20cm |
Mature width | 30cm - 40cm |
Poisonous | No |
How to take care of Begonia grandiflora Orange x 3
Tuberous Begonia grandiflora Orange do not grow well in dry arid conditions without special care and attention. Begonia grandiflora Orange are perfect for window boxes and hanging baskets, you can also plant Begonia grandiflora Orange directly in the ground from mid-April when frost has passed. Begonia grandiflora Orange do not like direct sunlight and morning sun so place Begonia grandiflora Orange in a partially shaded location away from strong winds. Plant Begonia grandiflora Orange tubers hollow side up at the recommend depth advised on the packet. Water thoroughly to stimulate growth. Never let the soil dry out, keep Begonia grandiflora Orange moist but avoid over watering. Begonia grandiflora Orange foliage needs to be kept as dry as possible as overhead watering can lead to mildew. Feed every two or three weeks with a liquid fertilizer for best results. Remove any faded flower heads regularly to promote new growth and to prevent disease and mold spots on the leaf of the plant. Begonia grandiflora Orange can take up 3 months to produce a flower. Begonia grandiflora Orange will not tolerate frost. Plant concave side upwards
Start feeding with a liquid tomato fertiliser or any high in potash six weeks after planting.