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Begonia

Begonias come in two main forms, the fiberous rooted types and the tuberous rooted types.

Fiberous Begonia

The fiberous begonia is a versitile plant that can be used in sun or shade and will bloom continuously all summer. It is available in a large range of colors and two leaf colors, either green or bronze.

Begonias are a low maintenence plant. Because they have a waxy leaf, they need a bit less water than most other plants and they require no "deadheading".

Begonias grow to a mature height of about 10 inches. They do great in the ground or in containers. When in doubt as to what to plant, this is nearly always a good choice.

Tuberous Begonia

The tuberous begonia is a spectacular plant, but is a bit more difficult to grow. It requires at least some shade; preferably shade from the afternoon sun. It must be kept moist. If the roots get too dry the plant will suffer. It usually grows to a height of about 16 inches and does well in containers or in the ground.

Common Name Begonia
Botanical Name Begonia
Height Fiberous: 10 inches
Tuberous: 16 inches
Width Fiberous: 8 to 10 inches
Tuberous: 10 to 14 inches.
Soil Type Well drained, moist
Light Requirements Part Shade to Shade
Container Size Fiberous: Packs and Flats
Tuberous: 4-1/2 inch

(All sizes are approximate.)



Hillside Greenhouse
Oct, 2005
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