begonia 'John Smith' · Fertilizing

begonia 'John Smith' · Begonia 'John Smith'

Ideal for hanging baskets and tubs, and generally bought as cuttings. Start off indoors in spring in light, well-drained, neutral compost. May be grown permanently under glass in bright light shaded from direct sun. Otherwise move outdoors into a sunny or semi-shaded postion when all risk of frost is past. Dry off tubers in winter and store frost free. See begonia: outdoors for further advice

Watering: Keep compost evenly moist with bright filtered lightSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeOrnamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling