How to grow wax begonia (four-season begonia) as a potted plant at home: do these few things well and it will bloom in all four seasons
The four-season begonia has an elegant, graceful plant shape and stays evergreen year-round. It is one of the beautiful flowers suitable for home pot cultivation, park landscaping and horticultural display, and its charm has won over many gardening friends who grow it. So how can you grow four-season begonia well? Today let's talk about the growing methods for four-season begonia through a few simple points~
Four-season begonia
Choosing potting soil
For four-season begonia, slightly acidic soil is the most suitable choice for potting. The soil should be fertile, loose, rich in humus, and have good drainage and aeration. A soil mix recipe can be: 2/5 humus soil, 1/5 garden soil, 1/5 vegetable garden soil and 1/5 peat soil, plus a small amount of coarse sand or vermiculite mixed in.
Four-season begonia
Light management
Four-season begonia likes to grow in a warm environment with plenty of sunlight, so placing it in a sunny, well-ventilated spot is most suitable. If it lacks light for a long time, its normal growth and development will be affected, and the flower color will be dull and lack luster.
Four-season begonia
Growing temperature
Four-season begonia is not cold-tolerant. The suitable growing temperature is between 15-25 degrees Celsius. In the cold winter, potted begonias should be moved indoors in time to overwinter and prevent cold damage. If the indoor temperature can be kept above 15 degrees Celsius, potted four-season begonias can continue to bloom.
Four-season begonia
Watering method
In summer, water four-season begonia once in the morning and once in the evening. In winter, it is best to water around midday, when the light is strongest. Do not overwater, otherwise water accumulating in the soil will cause root rot, yellowing leaves, and in severe cases even death.
Four-season begonia
Fertilizing method
During the vigorous growth period of four-season begonia, apply a dilute liquid fertilizer once every 8-9 days. Fertilizing should mainly use phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. During winter and summer, four-season begonia grows relatively slowly, so fertilization should be stopped or the amount reduced.
Four-season begonia
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