Hanging Begonias

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Hanging Begonia Flowers From K. van Bourgondien The most popular options for hanging begonias have a trailing or cascading form. Few flowering plants look as stunning as hanging begonias in full bloom, dense with clusters of lush flowers and gorgeous foliage that tumble over the sides of their containers and window boxes. K. van Bourgondien offers hanging begonia cultivars in a range of colors, bloom sizes and growth habits, all at our everyday wholesale prices. For a wider assortment of begonias, explore our full selection of begonias today. How to Care for Hanging Begonias When planting begonias in a container, fill it with potting soil and then place the round side of the bulbs downward, about 1" below the surface. Allow 4-6" between bulbs and aim to plant 3-4 in a basket with a 16" diameter. Water well and keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Constantly soggy soil can cause root rot, damaging or even killing the plant if not rectified. To boost flowering, give the begonias some plant food, such as K. van Bourgondien 100% Natural Bulb Food , immediately after planting and every 4-6 weeks during the flowering period. Hanging begonias perform best when they get bright but indirect light, particularly in the morning. They risk being burned if allowed to be in the hot midday or afternoon sun. Keep the begonia hanging basket in a warm, semi-shaded area. When all danger of frost has passed, begonias can be transplanted outdoors, if desired. Take care not to disturb the roots. You can encourage lateral branching and bushier growth in hanging begonias by frequently trimming or pinching young growing tips. Consider varying the lengths of the stems to give plants a shapelier form. For more mature plants, occasionally remove some old stems to encourage new growth from the plant's base. When to Plant Hanging Basket Begonias Many people associate "begonia hanging basket" with summer-flowering plants that display big and colorful flowers, drooping stems and wing-shaped leaves.