How to grow Rieger begonia so it blooms beautifully? Practical experience that even beginners can learn

Besides Chinese roses, camellias, peonies, gardenias and so on, the flowers of the Rieger begonia are also very bright and beautiful, blooming frequently, with a flowering period of up to 200 days. As an indoor potted plant, choosing a Rieger begonia can also create a nice decorative effect.

Although the flowers of the Rieger begonia are beautiful, not everyone can grow them well. Beautiful flowers also depend on who cares for them. Let me pass on some practical experience to help you go from a clueless beginner to a plant-growing master!

The flowers of the Rieger begonia are mostly double-petaled, with a great many colors, including red, yellow, white and so on. When in bloom, they form dense clusters of flowers that are very eye-catching. Let us take a look together at how to care for the Rieger begonia!

The Rieger begonia is mostly grown from seed. Its seeds are especially small, so it is recommended to buy pelleted seeds. You can use seedling plugs to sow them, placing one seed in each plug, and seedlings will emerge in about 15 days.

After 3 to 4 leaves have grown, transplant it into a pot. For the potting soil, choose a loose, fertile soil with good drainage, as this is more favorable for the growth of the Rieger begonia.

The Rieger begonia does not have especially high light requirements, so it can be placed in a semi-shaded environment. If some flower lovers have a home where the light is not particularly good, they can likewise choose the Rieger begonia, and it will still grow well.

When caring for the Rieger begonia, also pay attention to ventilation. A gentle breeze brushing past is enough; do not let it be blown directly facing a window, as that is also unfavorable for the growth of the Rieger begonia's branches and leaves.

During the seedling growth stage, you can apply some nitrogen fertilizer to promote rapid growth of branches and leaves. In the early stage of flowering and bud formation, focus on phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, which can make the flowers vivid and extend the flowering period.

In addition, during the growth period, pinch off the growing tips to promote the sprouting of side branches. Only with many side branches will there be more flowers, so this step must not be overlooked!

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