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Tuberous begonias grow best in partial shade or filtered sunlight. Excessive exposure to sunlight can result in burnt flowers and leaves. However, too much shade will result in compensatory growth of foliage at the expense of flowers. Soil. When preparing the soil for Begonia tuberhybrida, good drainage is important.
Many begonias will grow and flower year-round except for tuberous begonias, which usually have a dormant period. During this dormant period, the tubers can be stored in a cool, dry place. Begonias of the semperflorens group (or wax begonias) are frequently grown as bedding plants outdoors.
A houseplant, sometimes known as a pot plant, potted plant, or an indoor plant, is an ornamental plant that is grown indoors. [1] As such, they are found in places like residences and offices , mainly for decorative purposes .
This healthy vegetarian recipe is hearty and satisfying. Don’t skip the parsley relish (salsa verde)—it’s easy to make and lends a tangy accent that balances the flavors of the lentil stew.
Begonia abbottii Urb.; Begonia abdullahpieei Kiew; Begonia aberrans Irmsch.; Begonia aborensis Dunn; Begonia acaulis Merr. & L.M.Perry; Begonia acclivis Coyle ...
The stems of Begonia boliviensis spring from a tuberous root-stock, and attain a height of between 12 inches (300 mm) and 18 inches (460 mm); the flowers, produced in pairs or threes on short stems in the angles of the obliquely lanceolate leaves, are bright orange/pink in colour, composed of four pointed segments.
The American Begonia Society is a horticultural society devoted to the promotion, cultivation, and study of begonias (plant family Begoniaceae). The organization was founded in 1932, and has a worldwide membership. [1] It is the International Cultivar Registration Authority for begonias. [2] The organization publishes a bi-monthly magazine, The ...
Begonia cucullata, also known as clubbed begonia, [1] [2] is a species of the Begoniaceae that is native to South American countries of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. [3]