Begonias do not only feel at home on the balcony or terrace. You can easily cultivate the undemanding perpetual bloomers indoors. Extremely uncomplicated, they are even suitable for all those who can only invest a little time in plant care.
The begonia likes it bright but not too sunny
begonia varieties
Due to numerous new breeds, there are now over 900 different begonia varieties:
- Hanging begonias with their bright red, yellow or orange flowers look beautiful in hanging baskets and balcony boxes.(109.00€)
- Standing varieties come into their own in tall pots and tubs.
Due to the variety of colors, begonias can be wonderfully coordinated with the rest of the planting, whether as a colorful contrast or tone on tone.
location claims
Begonias prefer a partially shaded location without direct midday sun. A north or east facing window or balcony is ideal.
With room begonias, pay attention to the room temperature. This should be around twenty degrees. If there is a heater under the begonia window, the values will rise too much and the plant will not thrive.
substrate
This should have a slightly acidic or neutral pH. Conventional potting soil works well.
Since begonias are very sensitive to waterlogging, a drainage layer is essential. Choose a planter that is not too large and has good water drainage, over which you place a potsherd. Then fill in a layer of clay granules about two centimeters thick and put the potting soil on top.
water requirements and fertilization
Never let the root ball dry out completely (thumb test) and water with low-lime water or rainwater. Daily spraying with distilled water prevents powdery mildew.
In order for begonias to produce many flowers, regular fertilizer applications are essential. Supply the plants every two weeks with a flowering plant fertilizer (€10.47) which you add to the irrigation water.
wintering
Outdoor begonias are not hardy. In autumn, remove the green and dig up the tubers. Store them in a cool and dark place.
From February, let the tubers grow in a bright, warm place in the house and put the begonias outside as soon as there is no longer any threat of night frost.
tips
After budding, you should prune the young shoots. As a result, begonias grow much bushier and set even more flowers, albeit a little later.