Begonia Plants

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How to Care for Begonias Water Begonias must have moist soil conditions at all times. However, do not overwater them because you could soak their soil and cause damage to the plant. You should cause root rot disease if the plant sits in standing water for too long. Also, water your plant at the base to ensure you keep the foliage dry and prevent leaf spots and fungal diseases. If you're using your Begonia as a houseplant, you can allow its soil to dry out from time to time. Soil Begonias prefer a rich, well-draining soil not specific to any pH level. This plant can also tolerate being in polluted urban areas. Well-draining soil will help prevent any possibility of root rot disease. However, make sure your plant's soil conditions stay moist at all times. Watering your Begonias can be a tricky balancing game at first, but you will learn the habits of your plants quickly and provide them with exactly what they need to thrive. Light The Begonias we offer at Garden Goods Direct prefer to be planted in a more shaded location of your garden. This location should receive occasional sunlight throughout the day. They can survive in some full sunlight time but will thrive best when given plenty of time in the shade. The shade will help prevent any of their foliage from burning. Fertilizer The best time to fertilize Begonias is in the warm summer months. We recommend feeding them a diluted liquid fertilizer once every ten days or so. Feeding your plants this often will ensure their flowers will bloom to their fullest potential. Avoid fertilizing your Begonias in the fall and winter to minimize the risk of plant damage. However, in most of the United States, Begonias are used as annual plants that you will have to repurchase and replant the following spring. Pollinators Begonias are pollinator-friendly and attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Using this plant in your garden will not only benefit pollinators and the natural ecosystem but will benefit t