begonia 'Snowcap'

How to Grow and Care for begonia 'Snowcap'

begonia 'Snowcap' · Begonia 'Snowcap'

Under glass, grow in well-drained, neutral to slightly acid, loam-based compost in bright, filtered light. See begonias: houseplants for further information

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Partial shadeOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing begonia 'Snowcap'

begonia 'Snowcap'
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Under glass, grow in well-drained, neutral to slightly acid, loam-based compost in bright, filtered light. See begonias: houseplants for further information

How to Water begonia 'Snowcap'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for begonia 'Snowcap'?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for begonia 'Snowcap'?

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What Soil Is Best for begonia 'Snowcap'?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for begonia 'Snowcap'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize begonia 'Snowcap'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune begonia 'Snowcap'?

Cut back overlong canes to 2 or 3 buds in spring or early summer

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How to Propagate begonia 'Snowcap'?

Propagate by stem cuttings

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How to Transplant begonia 'Snowcap'?

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How to Care for begonia 'Snowcap' in Winter?

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How to Plant begonia 'Snowcap'?

Under glass, grow in well-drained, neutral to slightly acid, loam-based compost in bright, filtered light. See begonias: houseplants for further information

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How to Repot begonia 'Snowcap'?

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How to Harvest begonia 'Snowcap'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Genrally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to caterpillars, mealy bugs, mites, glasshouse thrips, vine weevil and aphids

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The Toxicity of begonia 'Snowcap'

Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of begonia 'Snowcap'

Plant typeHouseplants · Conservatory Greenhouse
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
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Scientific Classification

Species
Begonia 'Snowcap'
Genus
Begonia
Family
Begoniaceae
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