Begonias are beloved for their lush foliage and vibrant blooms, making them a popular choice for both indoor and outdoor spaces. They’re easy to care for, beautifully versatile, and add a soft pop of color wherever they’re placed.

🌿 General Information

• Plant type: Flowering plant (foliage or flowering varieties)

• Lifespan: Perennial (can live for many years with proper care)

• Bloom time: Late spring through fall

• Colors & meanings:• 🌸 Pink – affection & appreciation• ❤️ Red – love & passion• 🤍 White – elegance & purity• 💛 Yellow – happiness & warmth

☀️ Sunlight

• Prefers bright, indirect light• Can tolerate partial shade outdoors• Too much direct sun may scorch leaves

💧 Watering

• Water when the top inch of soil feels dry• Keep soil lightly moist, not waterlogged• Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot

🌱 Soil

• Well-draining, light potting mix• Slightly acidic soil is ideal• Add perlite or peat moss for better drainage

🌼 Fertilizer

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer• Feed every 2–4 weeks during growing season• Reduce feeding in fall and winter

✂️ Pruning

• Remove dead or faded flowers regularly• Trim leggy growth to maintain shape• Encourages fuller, healthier plants

🐛 Common Problems

• Mealybugs – white cotton-like pests• Spider mites – fine webbing on leaves• Root rot – caused by overwatering• Good airflow and proper watering help prevent issues

💡 Fun Facts

• Begonias are named after French botanist Michel Bégon

• There are over 2,000 species of begonias

• Some varieties are grown more for their leaves than their flowers