#White wax begonia full#

Begonias can be divided into 7 informal groups by growth habit: cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, tuberous, trailing or scandent, thick-stemmed and shrub-like. They are grown for their showy flower or colorful leaves some for both. Some produce underground tubers or rhizomes. Propagation from seed can be difficult due to the small size of the seed, and seed should not be sown directly in the garden.īegonia is a genus of about 1,300 species of annuals, perennials, shrubs and climbers. Container plants may be cut back in fall and overwintered indoors a cool location with reduced watering. Space plants well (8” for dwarfs and 12” for taller ones) to promote good air circulation and to reduce potential fungal disease problems.

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date, purchase starter plants or take cuttings from overwintered plants. Plants are best with consistent moisture throughout the growing season, but tolerate periods of drought due to their thick and waxy leaves which help minimize water loss in hot weather. Plants tolerate considerable shade, but are generally less floriferous therein.

#White wax begonia full#

Bronze-leaved varieties are more tolerant of full sun. Prefers sun dappled part shade and a good mulch in hot summer climates such as St. It is easily grown in average to moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It is noted for its tolerance to hot and humid summers. Tender perennial that is winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11.