Begonia semperflorens v.12

A colorful addition to summer flower beds, begonias are popular plants that can bloom year round in ideal conditions. Plant them in the spring, can be planted outdoors once winter is over and there is no threat of frost. Plant them in the early spring if it is consistently warm enough. Planting them indoors gives you more flexibility since you can control the climate. Plant them in a semi shaded area, ideal location gets filtered morning sun and afternoon shade the best of both worlds, especially if the climate is hot. No matter what kind of begonia you have, plant it in a place where there is ample air circulation to prevent a buildup of powdery mildew on its leaves. Use soil with good drainage, overly moist soil can cause stem rot and rhizome rot. Even begonias that thrive in moist soil need that soil to properly drain if they are going to flourish to their fullest potential. Add fertilizer. Applying water soluble fertilizer once a month during the growing months can help keep begonias looking radiant.