Begonia semperflorens hybrids can vary in size. The very dwarf type can be used as ed-ging in your flower beds as well as in pots and hanging baskets.
The larger varieties, sometimes as tall as 30-40cm, can be used to fill the middle section of the bed or even used to create a border towards the back. Planted en masse they create a wonderful, long las-ting show of colour.
The most ideal location for Begonias is dappled shade, although they can tolerate deeper shade, but are then less floriferous. The bronze leaf plants can tolerate a sunnier location than the green leaf plants. Begonias can be planted in average to moderately fertile, well draining soil.
These plants prefer their soil moist, but not sodden. Once established they can tolerate mild drought and this is due to the reserves in their thick, fleshy stems and leaves.
In the very hot summer months it is important to mulch around the plants; it helps to keep the roots cool and significantly redu-ces evaporation.
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Did you know that begonias can be used as houseplants?
