Sutherland begonia

How to Grow and Care for Sutherland begonia

Sutherland begonia · Begonia sutherlandii

Grow outdoors in well-drained humus-rich, neutral to acidic soil. Grow in good but not direct light in a frost-free area. Under glass grow in well drained loam-less or loam-based compost. Will not tolerate water logging. See Begonias: outdoors for further advice.

Watering: Water regularly, keep soil evenly moist, high humidity is beneficial.Sunlight: Partial shadeOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Sutherland begonia

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Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleWater regularly, keep soil evenly moist, high humidity is beneficial.
Sunlight requirementsPartial shade
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingApply a diluted balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during active growth.
ToxicityOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow outdoors in well-drained humus-rich, neutral to acidic soil. Grow in good but not direct light in a frost-free area. Under glass grow in well drained loam-less or loam-based compost. Will not tolerate water logging. See Begonias: outdoors for further advice.

How to Water Sutherland begonia?

Water regularly, keep soil evenly moist, high humidity is beneficial.

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Sutherland begonia?

Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Sutherland begonia?

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What Soil Is Best for Sutherland begonia?

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

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Sutherland begonia?

Apply a diluted balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during active growth.

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How to Prune Sutherland begonia?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Sutherland begonia?

Propagate by seed, stem tip or leaf cuttings

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How to Transplant Sutherland begonia?

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How to Care for Sutherland begonia in Winter?

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How to Plant Sutherland begonia?

Grow outdoors in well-drained humus-rich, neutral to acidic soil. Grow in good but not direct light in a frost-free area. Under glass grow in well drained loam-less or loam-based compost. Will not tolerate water logging. See Begonias: outdoors for further advice.

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How to Repot Sutherland begonia?

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How to Harvest Sutherland begonia?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds, powdery mildews, stem rot and rhizome rot

Pests

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

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The Toxicity of Sutherland begonia

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

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Attributes of Sutherland begonia

Plant typeConservatory Greenhouse
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitTrailing
OriginSoutheastern Africa

Scientific Classification

Species
Begonia sutherlandii
Genus
Begonia
Family
Begoniaceae
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