Orange, yellow, red, pink - a rich palette of colors of begonia flowers allows you to get the most exciting compositions and enchant any of us with their beauty. They create a cozy and joyful atmosphere in the house, in the garden, on the terrace or balcony. To date, gardeners have managed to breed about 900 species of begonias, each of which is distinguished by its special color and inimitable attractiveness. Some species and varieties grow well in open ground, others are grown indoors, and there are generalists that are suitable for both home and garden.
Begonia as a houseplant
For many flower lovers, they are typical inhabitants of gardens. But there are species such as, for example, begonia elatior, which, with its continuous flowering decorate the interior of any home. The main season for "indoor" begonias comes from May to August, but thanks to selection, more and more varieties appear that bloom from February until October.
Room is considered pretty unpretentious plant, all that is needed is regular and abundant watering as the topsoil dries up. When watering, try not to get water on the leaves and flowers, otherwise they will quickly rot. In addition, excess water that flows out of the pots should be removed. And in order for the begonia to bloom long and magnificently, add organic fertilizers to the water for irrigation every two weeks.
Begonia is not demanding and to the location. It grows and develops better in partial shade. Therefore, never place a begonia on a south facing window sill where it will be exposed to the midday sun.
When choosing begonias for your home, pay attention to. For a room in light white colors, a rich red begonia is suitable.
Pastel colors go well with yellow and orange flowers, creating harmony and a soft, soothing atmosphere in the room.
Begonias for the balcony
Begonias are ideal for decorating a balcony, where they grow quickly and bloom luxuriantly. The main condition for them is protection from wind and bad weather, as begonia flowers are tender and sensitive. Heavy rain and intense Sun rays can harm them.
The main rule is: from about 10 o'clock in the morning until 17 o'clock in the evening, begonias should not be exposed to sunlight. In addition, plants need to be fertilized every two weeks, and special fertilizers for flowering plants should be applied in summer.
Begonias for the garden
Beautiful begonias are a classic decoration of summer flower beds. Choose a place for them in partial shade, which would be protected from rain. For lush development and intensive flowering, plants are fed once a week with liquid fertilizer for flowering annuals or complete mineral fertilizer.
Begonias are sensitive to fluctuations in temperature and humidity. With sharp fluctuations in temperature, their flowers, similar to small roses or camellias, may fall off, but new ones will soon appear in their place.
The plant is afraid of frost, so it is necessary to plant it in the ground only after the onset of stable heat. In autumn, when the cold sets in, to prolong life, it is necessary to cover the begonia. If you grow a flower in pots, then on winter period must be entered into warm room, and if in open field, then it is necessary to warm the tubers well. This can be done by pouring earth on them.
Diseases and pests of begonias
At proper care and under the right growing conditions, begonias are rarely affected by diseases and damaged by pests. However, there are pests and diseases that can make life difficult for your flower.
Flowers and leaves are especially sensitive. Therefore, when watering, make sure not to overmoisten the soil, otherwise, the appearance of rot, powdery mildew or gray mold cannot be avoided.
Also, for begonias, the correct location is important. With excess or deficiency solar lighting the plant is attacked by a spider mite.
Lush bloom - very simple
There is one very simple trick to keep begonias in full bloom. To do this, remove faded and long pedicels so that the plant can form new ones.
"Klunker Heidi"
The new begonia variety 'Klunker-Heidi' tolerates both shade and full sun well. Before the first autumn frosts luxuriantly blooms its yellow-orange flowers against a background of dark green leaves. Looks good on flower beds and balconies.
Bouton de Rose
The bush is compact, 25 cm high. The leaves are green. It blooms with very beautiful pale pink double flowers with a dark border, resembling small roses. Looks good in flower beds and in vases.
"Dark Red"
Peony begonia with bright green leaves pleases with abundant flowering from spring to autumn. Throughout the season, tirelessly blooms double, dark red flowers with wide petals. Looks great in group plantings.
"Schweizerland"
Spreading 'Schweizerland' begonias look good in flowerbeds and borders, ideal for growing in pots and containers for decorating terraces. From spring to late autumn, it blooms double, dark red flowers, collected in large inflorescences.
Ami Jean Bard
Begonia of this variety has compact bush 10-12 cm high, which is covered all summer long with double flowers of dark orange color, creating a good contrast with small green leaves. This variety is ideal for growing in containers as well as in flowerbeds and borders.
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Ampelous begonia - planting and care
How beautiful the porches of houses, decorated with flower pots with plants, look! Among the plants that will delight you with their flowering from early summer until autumn frosts, ampelous begonia is very popular. Many novice flower growers do not risk buying begonia seeds and growing begonias on their own, preferring to buy ready-made plants in pots. Thanks to the advice of experienced flower growers collected in this article, you will learn how you can start growing ampelous begonia yourself. How to plant ampelous begonia?
To begin with, we buy seeds, which are usually sold in granules to facilitate planting. We prepare a suitable container: it can be a small box or a peat tablet. It is better to sow begonia seeds in February or early spring. Then we take an earthen mixture rich in humus and moisten it from a spray bottle. Planting seeds of ampelous begonia should be done on the surface of the soil, without falling asleep with earth, but only moistening and covering with glass or plastic wrap. If you grow ampelous begonia from seeds in peat tablet you can put it under a glass.
The container with seeds should be placed on a windowsill or under a lamp so that light falls on the plant. It is not necessary to remove the greenhouse, only occasionally ventilate the plant, accustoming it to fresh air. Begonia begins to germinate no earlier than 14 days later. In order for the seeds not to die, you need to monitor their growth: after a few days, the seeds shed their shell and open the cotyledon leaves. You can not let the plant dry out, you need to water the seeds as the soil dries out, or you can also through the pan.
About a month after planting, after strong leaves have appeared, begonias need to be transplanted into pots. How to care for ampelous begonia?
According to experienced flower growers, growing ampelous begonia is not difficult, but still, in order for them not to get sick and delight you with lush flowers, you should follow a few simple rules.
For growing both homemade ampelous begonias and garden varieties, requires fertile soil that has a slightly acidic reaction. In summer, the flower requires abundant watering, while in winter it must be watered as the soil dries.
For abundant flowering and growth, ampelous begonias need to be fed. In early spring fertilizers with a high nitrogen content can be applied to the soil, and begonias should be fed during the flowering period mineral fertilizers for flowering plants. In summer, you can feed a flower organic fertilizers, but not more than 2-3 times per season, given the fact that only moist soil needs to be fertilized.
Ampel begonia tolerates temperature changes well, but optimal conditions for cultivation, a temperature of +18 - +20 ° C is considered. Begonia, which is grown at home, loves Fresh air and ventilation.
Begonias prefer scattered sunlight or penumbra. If the flower is grown in low light, then the shoots are drawn out and the flowering of the flower may stop. For begonia perfect place for growing will glazed balcony or a veranda: there is enough light, there are no gusts of wind and you can easily provide ventilation.
When caring for ampelous begonia, do not forget to remove wilted flowers and dried leaves. In the spring you can arrange a flower warm shower, but after that you can not put the begonia in the sun.
Also, it is necessary to ensure that the plant does not get sick or attacked by pests. The most common diseases are caused by gray mold or powdery mildew. Reproduction of ampelous begonia
The best way to propagate begonias is cuttings, which can be carried out throughout the year, but it is better in the spring. From the overwintered plant, cuttings about 10 cm long should be cut and placed in water. After 10 days, when the roots sprout from the cuttings, the plant is transplanted into light fertile soil and covered with a bag. Up to 5 cuttings can be planted in one pot with a diameter of 10 cm so that the begonia is lush and beautiful. Many beginner flower growers are interested in the question of whether it is necessary to pinch the ampelous begonia. If you want the begonia to bloom especially luxuriantly, then you can pinch the tops of the shoots. But then the begonia will begin to bloom 2-3 weeks later.
As you can see, planting and caring for ampelous begonia is a rather simple matter, but the result will exceed all your expectations.
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Every year the Dutch Floral Bureau awards the title "Summer bulbous plant years" to only one plant. To receive this title, the plant must not only stand out among others, but also correspond to the trends of the time in the design of the garden, have a memorable appearance and excellent character. And in 2016, begonia was declared a style icon. And this is not accidental, because it is colorful, long-lasting flowering plant is a symbol of such a wonderful quality as poise. This is exactly what our modern, hectic world needs. Wonderful begonia flowers bring a smile to the face, give moments of joy, cheer up. Plant these beautiful flowers in the spring, and in the summer you will be able to fully enjoy their beauty of flowering!
The colorful begonias of the Summerwings series form lush flowering bushes, behind the wall of flowers of which sometimes you can’t even see the pot itself. They are able to instantly revive boring compositions.
From rainforests to gardens
Begonias are native to the tropical rainforests of Asia, Africa and America, in particular, tropical regions that are characterized by high humidity and an abundance of light. Begonias were first discovered in 1690 in Haiti by Charles Plumier, who took part in scientific expedition organized for the study and collection of plants in the Antilles. Charles was a botanist and avid artist who made drawings of a hitherto unknown plant. He named the plant begonia in honor of his friend and mentor, the patron of natural sciences Michel Begon, who was quartermaster of the French colony of St. Dominic and later became governor of Canada. Thanks to the discovery of Plumier, the beautiful begonia from the rainforest has become a wonderful decoration of our gardens.
Family Begoniaceae
Perhaps some believe that all begonias are similar to each other. But it's not! The Begoniaceae family is very diverse: quite complex in composition, but interesting! Plants boast flowers of a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors. The family consists of two groups: begonias with upright shoots and ampelous begonias. Upright species are characterized by rigid erect stems. In this group, three more subgroups can be distinguished: begonias with double, small and single flowers. Ampelous begonias are characterized by drooping flowers, which makes them remarkable for cultivation in hanging planters or in tall vases. They belong to the group of pendula begonias (Begonia pendula). In ampelous begonias, large-flowered and small-flowered varieties are distinguished.
Begonia 'Picotee Lace' 
Begonia pendula "Illumination Apricot" 
Begonia pendula "Cascade Odorosa Yellow" 
Begonia pendula 'Illumination White'
Landing time
Begonia tubers are planted in a pot from February to May - it all depends on when you want to get a flowering plant. If you plant them in January - February, then you can admire the flowering in June. In this case, the tubers must be planted in pots or balcony boxes, which should be kept in room conditions. And only after the threat of the return of the late spring frosts, pots with a plant can be taken out on open air. When planting in May, the tubers are planted directly in open ground. In this case, the plants will bloom in August. Put the tubers in the hole in such a way that the concave side is facing up and the smooth side is facing down. Then the tubers are sprinkled with a layer of soil.
Begonias of the Summerwings series: Balcony gardening for the laziest
Begonias are considered easy plants to grow and care for, but the hardiest varieties are without any doubt the Summerwings ampelous begonias, obtained in 2008 by crossing with the undemanding Bolivian begonia (Begonia boliviensis).
This summer promises to be hot - no matter the weather! From May to October, countless blooms of ‘Summerwings’ ampelous begonias appear in all shades of flame and sun, which fall in a beautiful cascade, rising elegantly above the bright foliage and igniting fiery passion in hanging planters, vases or balcony boxes. The ‘Dark Elegance’ variety looks especially impressive: the contrast of light red flowers with a “fiery temperament” and beautiful jagged dark green foliage, shimmering with dark red hues, gives the summer beauty a truly extravagant look.
Begonia 'Dark Elegance' seduces with an exciting and at the same time harmonious play of colors in combination with Calibrachoa (Calibrachoa), Ipomoea yam (Ipomoea batatas, for example, Sweet-Heart series), Pennisetum 'Rubrum' (Pennisetum) with red-brown spike-shaped panicles .
Modest flowers of pale pink, white and vanilla shades- a breath of freshness for hot days
Anyone obsessed with landscaping a balcony or terrace with easy-to-care new-generation ampelous begonias, but who loves simplicity, will like the light shades of varieties such as 'Summerwings Rose', 'Summerwings White' or 'Summerwings Vanille', whose flowers shimmery like silk. From their delicate and graceful flowers over light green narrow foliage, like all begonias of the Summerwings series, a feeling of freshness and purity emanates.
Soft pink Summerwings ‘Rose’ begonia makes a lovely patio decoration. 
Snow-white begonia "Summerwings White" forms a spectacular flowing garland, consisting of numerous flowers.
Abundant flowering for sunny and shady corners - station wagon plant
Who else can look so dazzlingly beautiful? Should it be Diva? New ampelous begonias have absorbed the best qualities: their lush bushes with slightly drooping shoots, wrapping around flower pots and columns, instantly turn them into flowering balls. These plants have high hardiness and are surprisingly very easy to care for. They bloom equally well in shade or full sun. Even a temporary drought does not stop the growth of begonias decorating balconies and terraces.
Whether it's a solitaire shimmering in the sun or a composition of 'Burgundy Wine' (Oxalis) sour, the 'Summerwings Orange' begonia always catches the eye.
Tips for more abundant blooms
Despite their unpretentiousness, there is still something that begonias do not like: this is stagnant water. So choose your substrate carefully. It should be loose, light breathable. It is important not to forget about the presence of drainage holes in the container in which the plants will be planted. In addition, before filling the container with earth, do not forget to pour a drainage layer of gravel or expanded clay at least 10 cm thick on the bottom. fertilizer in water for irrigation.
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begonias are among the most beautiful flowers on balconies and terraces. We admire the variety of their shapes and colors. Some love begonias for their beautiful and decorative greenery, others love them for their elegant flowers. Begonias are wonderful plants for the balcony. Spend some time and take a closer look at the "queen" of balconies and terraces.
Some information about begonias will be given in our article.
Begonia is a bulbous plant and is a hybrid of several wild varieties native to the area. South America. Numerous varieties of begonias form single flowers or ovaries of several pieces, and in size begonia flowers are large and small, full or only in the form of one petal. Begonias come in a variety of colors - golden, orange, copper, white and shades from pink to red. Begonias on the balcony usually bloom from July to October, but with proper care of its tubers, its flowering can begin from the end of May. Begonias for the balcony have characteristic large heart-shaped leaves, as a rule, they are asymmetrical with serrated edges.
Groups of plants by height
Tall, reaching a height of about 60 cm, with characteristic thick and stiff stems and very large flowers;
- medium height - about 30-40 cm, with large flowers;
- low and miniature - as a rule, reach a height of 25 cm with large quantity small flowers;
- hanging varieties of begonias, with a large number of hanging stems with small flowers.
Growing begonias on the balcony and caring for her
Tuberous begonias are ideal plants for growing in balcony boxes, containers and flower pots. Big advantage This plant is that begonia grows well in shady places or places with partial shade. Begonia is perfect for northern, eastern and western balconies and terraces.
Begonia flowers are very demanding on the soil, they grow best in fertile, slightly acidic and breathable soil. The soil for begonias should be well-drained, but at the same time constantly moist.
The plant requires intensive watering (in hot weather morning and evening) and regular fertilization. AT garden centers You can always buy fertilizer for balcony plants, such as begonias.
Begonias are very sensitive to low temperatures and can freeze very easily, so they should be put on the balcony at the end of May and hidden during return frosts. Begonia tubers are planted in pots in late February or March.
The tubers are placed in the soil with a kidney (looks like a tubercle) up, to a depth of about 1-2 cm. It is better to cover the pot with glass and start watering, making sure that the earth is constantly wet. After 2-3 weeks, the first begonia leaves appear. At the end of May, the seedlings are transplanted along with the roots into a balcony box or directly into the ground.
It should be remembered that during the growing season, begonias growing on the balcony can be affected by powdery mildew, thrips, aphids, snails and gray mold.
Wintering begonia tubers
In autumn, shortly before the first frosts, carefully so as not to damage the bulbs, the begonia plants are dug up, the stem is cut off at a height of about 2-3 centimeters (the tubers can be cut off, even after the leaves are destroyed by frost, the main thing is to avoid damage to the tubers by frost). Begonia tubers should be carefully peeled and allowed to dry. It is better to store begonia in a dry and dark room at a temperature of about 5 - 10 ° C, preferably in wooden boxes sprinkled with dry peat or sawdust.
Reproduction of begonia
At the beginning of spring (end of February, March), for the propagation of begonias, we divide the tubers. Begonia tubers are divided so that each part has at least one well-formed bud. Sprinkle the place where the tubers were cut with charcoal and leave in the air.
The next step is to plant the prepared begonia tubers in pots.
We hope this short article will help you grow begonias on your balcony. Begonia is one of the most beautiful plants on the balconies and certainly deserves wider attention.
tuberous begonia Young plants are planted at a distance of 20-30 cm from each other. They prefer soil mixtures with leaf humus and peat chips.
Tuberous begonia hybrids develop well both on sunny places oh, and in partial shade, which is important, because. the range of plants for shady places is usually limited. Therefore, it is recommended for windows and balconies with any orientation. For landing, it is advisable to choose a place protected from the wind and heavy rain, because begonia has very fragile shoots that break easily in bad weather.
This type of begonia is propagated by both seeds and tubers.
In autumn, after flowering, the plants go into a dormant state, the aerial part gradually dies off. 2 weeks after the complete death of the stems, the tubers are removed from the ground, dried and placed in a box with sand or dry peat. Store them at a temperature of 8-14°C in a dry and dark room. Sand or peat is periodically moistened so that it does not dry out completely, but is slightly moist. The rest period for tuberous begonias lasts 2-3 months, after which the tubers are again ready for planting.
Popular varieties
Due to the great popularity of tuberous begonia, seed companies do not stand aside - every year more and more new varieties appear. As a rule, firms offer a whole series of plants, which include hybrids of various colors. It is very difficult to list all the popular collections. For now, let's focus on the common last years begonias of the German company Benary, which has more than a dozen series of these plants.
Series Illumination- garland begonia, which is distinguished by high germination seeds , as well as short internodes, in each of which large double flowers are formed. The line is designed for hanging baskets. Plants thrive in both sun and shady areas. The growing season is 18-20 weeks.
The series includes 8 hybrids: Apricot Shades Improved (apricot), White (white), Peaches "n Cream (yellow), Golden Picotee (yellow-red), Salmon Pink (salmon), Orange (red-orange), Rose ( red-pink) and Scarlet (fiery red).
I would like to note that Illumination White begonia (white) has a high growth rate, and Illumination Apricot Shades Improved (apricot) - flowers of various shades on the same plant (from yellow to orange).
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Begonia tuberous Illumination Peaches "n Cream |
Tuberous Begonia Illumination Golden Picotee |
Series non-stop- the leader among upright begonias. The height of the plant is 20 cm. The diameter of the flowers reaches 7-10 cm. Begonia is intended for growing in bright sun or partial shade. The growing season is 17-20 weeks. It will be a wonderful decoration for both apartments and balconies, as well as flower beds in the open field.
The series consists of 9 hybrids: Red (red), Appleblossom (white-pink, flowers resemble the color of an apple tree), Rose Petticoat Improved (pink with red edges), Deep Rose (dark pink), Pink (pink), Yellow with Red Back (bright yellow), Yellow (yellow), Deep Salmon (salmon) and Orange (orange-red).
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Tuberous Begonia Nonstop Rose Petticoat Improved |
Tuberous Begonia Nonstop Pink |
Hanging begonia
Hanging begonia or pendula is an ampelous variety of tuberous begonia, about 50 cm high, with simple or semi-double flowers up to 5 cm in diameter, from white to yellow and red. The recommended distance between seedlings is 25 cm. The cultivation technique is the same as that of tuberous begonia. Popular varieties are Chanson Picotee and Cascade.
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Hanging Begonia Chanson Bicolour Orange and Yellow |
Begonia drooping Chanson Pink |
4. Bolivian Begonia
One of the types of begonia, which perfectly tolerates the bright sun. The first shoots of this plant grow up, and all subsequent shoots hang down, forming picturesque hanging "thickets". The growing season lasts 14-17 weeks. If you want Bolivian begonia to bloom in May, sowing should be done in January.
One of the common varieties of Bolivian begonia from Benary isSanta Cruz, which features excellent seed germination and good drought and rain tolerance. For a long period, the plant is decorated with a large number of bright red bell-shaped flowers. Plant height - about 30 cm. Designed for growing in hanging baskets.
Care is the same as for tuberous begonia.
5. Everblooming Begonia
A very common type of bushy upright begonias with rounded ovate shiny leaves up to 5 cm wide, up to 30 cm high. They differ from begonias in tuberous shape and smaller flowers. Plants are hardy and easy to grow.
There are many interesting hybrids with leaves of various shades - from yellow-green to dark red. The flowers are simple or double from pure white to dark red in various shades and shapes with a diameter of up to 2.5 cm.
This is a type of begonia that can bloom throughout the year - in the fall, the plant can be dug up from a flower bed or removed from a balcony or terrace and used as an indoor plant. And in the spring you can again land in open ground or take it out on balcony .
Everflowering begonia does not tolerate hot and dry air, temperatures below 15 ° C, excessive watering and very bright sun, preferring partial shade. Good for west and east windows and balconies. Optimum temperature cultivation is 13-22°C, and during the budding period - 18-20°C. The soil should be dominated by sand. In winter, if pots with plants are brought into the room, they are watered moderately, after the surface of the earthy coma has dried.
In flower beds, young plants are planted at a distance of 12-18 cm from each other. Easily rooted from stem cuttings. Usually propagated by seeds.
Popular varieties
Series cocktail- the bestseller of the flower markets of the world. Designed for sunny places and shade. Plants reach a height of 23 cm. The growing season is 13-15 weeks.
The series includes 6 hybrids that have the names of various alcoholic beverages: Brandy (pale pink), Vodka (bright red), Gin (pink), Tequila (bright pink), Rum (white with red edges) and Whiskey (white ).
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Begonia everblooming Cocktail Tequila |
Begonia everblooming Cocktail Vodka |
6. Reproduction of begonias
Let me remind you that tuberous and Bolivian begonias propagate both by seeds and tubers, and ever-flowering begonias by seeds. And cuttings, leafy and stem, you can propagate any begonias.
Tubers are planted from February to April. They are planted with a recess up in a moist peat-based universal earth mixture and maintain a temperature of 18-22 ° C. When the seedlings reach 4-5 cm, the seedlings are transplanted into 12 cm pots in an earth mixture consisting of equal parts. leaf ground, peat and sand. In early summer, it can be planted in open ground. Begonias bloom 5 months after planting.
Further care consists in feeding, maintaining air humidity near the plants and tying them to supports. For better flowering of large male flowers, it is advisable to pluck out small female ones. In mid-October, tubers are dug up, dried leaves and roots are cut off and stored in dry sand or peat at temperatures above 0 ° C.
Reproduction by division of old tubers
For reproduction, you can also use old large tubers, which are first germinated and cut into pieces so that each of them has a germinating kidney. Cut surfaces are sprinkled with powdered charcoal and left in the air for 24 hours to dry the sections. Then, planting is carried out in the spring, as in the previous case (see Planting new tubers).
Tubers take root in 3 weeks. And in the fall, after digging, when the plants go into the dormant stage, they are dried at a temperature of 11-12 ° C. In general, begonia tubers "rest" for about 3 months.
Propagation by stem and leaf cuttings
Usually stem and leaf cuttings are propagated in spring and early summer. They are rooted in an earth mixture, which consists of sand or a mixture of sand (4 parts) and sphagnum (1 part) at a temperature of 20-22 ° C. Stem live bait is cut with 2-3 internodes. The bottom sheet is completely removed, and the top sheet is left at 2/3.
When propagated by leaf cuttings, the cut leaves are deepened into the sand by 1.5-2 cm. After 10-20 days, the live bait takes root. After another 1-2 weeks, they are transplanted into pots with a diameter of 7-9 cm in a universal substrate or earth mixture, which consists of leafy soil (1 part), soddy soil (1 part), humus (2 parts) and sand (1 part).
Reproduction by seeds
Begonia seeds are very small in size. They are collected in a wing-shaped box, which cracks when the seeds ripen. In open ground, the plant is pollinated by insects.
In enclosed spaces, pollination, if necessary, is carried out manually artificially. But it is worth remembering that hybrids (F1) are obtained by crossing begonias of certain parental forms, and with artificial pollination of flowers of one hybrid at home, hereditary traits will not always be inherited. But to get seeds from non-hybrids, or just for the sake of experiment, you can start seeding these plants.
To do this, select uterine, well-developed and typical plants for this species. Then, with a brush, pollen from the largest and most beautiful flowers is transferred to the pistils of female flowers. This procedure is repeated for 3-4 days. Seed ripening occurs within 2 months. After that, the boxes are cut off, in which the seeds ripen for another 3-4 weeks. At good storage Seed germination lasts up to 3 years.
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Female begonia flower with future seeds |
Ripe begonia pods with seeds |
