Planting and Growing begonia [Devotion]
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| Care difficulty | 3 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings |
| Sunlight requirements | Partial shade |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid · Alkaline · Neutral |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained |
| Fertilizing | Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer |
| Toxicity | Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water begonia [Devotion]?
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for begonia [Devotion]?
Partial shade
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for begonia [Devotion]?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for begonia [Devotion]?
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
What Are the Moisture Requirements for begonia [Devotion]?
Moist but well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize begonia [Devotion]?
Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Learn more →How to Prune begonia [Devotion]?
Remove old stems and foliage as plant dies back for the winter
Learn more →How to Propagate begonia [Devotion]?
Propagate by seed at 21°C (70F) in spring. Root basal or stem-tip softwood cuttings in spring and leaf cuttings in late spring or early summer using a propagating case
Learn more →How to Transplant begonia [Devotion]?
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Learn more →How to Care for begonia [Devotion] in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant begonia [Devotion]?
Under glass requires a light, well-drained, neutral to acid, loamless or loam-based soil (JI No2), in bright light with shade from direct sun. Provide moderate water when in growth and dry off tubers in winter, storing at 5-7°C. See Begonias: outdoors for further advice.
Learn more →How to Repot begonia [Devotion]?
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Learn more →How to Harvest begonia [Devotion]?
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Learn more →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
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of begonia [Devotion]
Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling