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Begonia Planta Prefers

• Light – Partial
• Soil – Well draining
• Soil pH – 5.5 – 6.5
• Mature size – 8 in.-5 ft. tall, 4 in.-1 ft. wide
• Blooming time – Spring, Summer
• Colour of flower – Pink, white, Red
• Native area – South & Central America
• Toxicity – Human and

Light

The indoor varieties begonia prefers a spot near a large window with a sheer curtain to protect them from any direct sunlight. Its need bright, indirect light. Begonias brighten up shady areas with their colorful blooms. Unlike most flowering plants, which require at least a half day of full sun, begonias actually prefer growing in the shade.

Water

When the soil is neither dry nor saturated then your goal is to find a moisture level and watering schedule that is justttt right. A good rule of thumb is to water every two to four days. Water newly planted begonias every few days during dry conditions to help them become established.

If you don’t know about the elephant ear plant, then this article will tell you how to grow the Alocasia plant.Alocasia is also known as elephant’s ear because of the enormous heart-shaped or arrow-shaped leaves they produce from tuberous rhizomes.This is due to the plant’s natural habitat, it need bright but indirect light.This plant is water-loving plants, Alocasias enjoy humid, moist conditions, but not overly soggy soil.Aroid soil mix is appropriate for your Alocasia plant, Combine 1 part of perlite, five parts of orchid bark, and 1 part of sphagnum moss for a basic Aroid mix,It’s best to prune your alocasia when it is actively growing in the spring or summer.

Soil

This plant grow in any good soil that drains well.Use a mixture of approximately four part well-decayed leaf mold, one part garden loam, and one part coarse sand. Aeration, drainage, nutrient retention are key for Tuberous Begonia soil. Homemade mix: 50-60% peat moss, 25-30% perlite, rest organic matter. Nutrient-rich soil (with compost or leaf mold) for essential nutrients. Airy potting mix (with biochar or orchid bark) to help the roots breathe.

Temperature & humidity

Begonias are very sensitive to frost, cold, and wet weather, so don’t hurry to plant,they can’t survive temperatures below 45°F. Begonias can be planted directly in the garden, or in hanging baskets or window boxes.At night, a slight dip to 60°F to 65°F is beneficial, mimicking the cooler temperatures of dusk in their native environment.

Most of the species really prefer fairly high humidity, up around 70-90%. Your Begonia prefers a humid environment but does not tolerate misting. Use a pebble tray or humidifier, instead. If humidity is low, you will notice the leaf edges become crisp. If it is difficult to keep indoor humidity high, place the pots on gravel or pebble with water in a round tray, which will greatly help maintain high humidity for the plants.

Fertilizer

Most begonias are fertilized at a constant rate of 75 – 150 ppm Nitrogen.Leach using clear water if soluble salt tests indicate that EC is too high in order to prevent damage to root system and leaves.The best fertilizer for begonias is a balanced 20-20-20 blend formulated for slow release. You can feed them each week with a high potassium feed like tomato fertiliser once they’re growing outside in their final position.Begonia will need fertilising in spring, summer and autumn.