What are the care methods for tuberous begonias?
Watering
Tuberous begonias like a moist growing environment, but they are also afraid of waterlogging, so it is best not to let water accumulate. In summer when the weather is dry, increase air humidity by misting and other methods. In autumn and winter during the dormant period, reduce watering, and also reduce watering during the sprouting stage and flowering period of tuberous begonias.
Fertilizing
Tuberous begonias relatively like water and fertilizer; when fertilizing, apply lightly and frequently. During the plant's growing period, apply some well-rotted, dilute fertilizer solution every ten days. During the flowering period, apply some fertilizer that promotes flowering. In winter and summer, be especially careful not to fertilize.
Soil
The soil for planting tuberous begonias also needs attention: it should be nutrient-rich, loose, airy, and rich in humus, and slightly acidic soil is also acceptable. Generally, we can add river sand to garden soil, or prepare leaf mold. In addition, adding some base fertilizer to the pot can increase fertility.
In addition, to grow tuberous begonias well, you also need to pay attention to preventing and controlling pests and diseases of tuberous begonias. When necessary, pesticides need to be sprayed promptly, and sometimes the growing environment of tuberous begonias needs to be appropriately improved. Only in this way can the tuberous begonias you cultivate be both beautiful and fragrant!
How to grow tuberous begonias
Light and temperature
Temperature and light Tuberous begonias like warm, relatively humid growing environments. They do not like the intense summer heat, nor can they withstand the severe cold of winter; partial shade is best. The most suitable temperature for tuberous begonia growth is 16°C~21°C. If the temperature is above 30°C, the flower stems and branches and leaves may very likely wither, and in more serious cases they may even face the death of the underground stems. The minimum growing temperature should also not be below 10°C, and attention should be paid to keeping warm when overwintering. In addition, tuberous begonias also like light, and good long-day sunlight is the basic guarantee for brilliant flowering. In summer, it is necessary both to ensure sufficient light and to make sure they are not exposed to strong direct sunlight. In winter, when sunlight is lacking, even more attention should be paid to ensuring sufficient sunlight.
Soil
The soil for planting tuberous begonias also needs attention: it should be nutrient-rich, loose, airy, and rich in humus, and slightly acidic soil is also acceptable. Generally, we can add river sand to garden soil, or prepare leaf mold. In addition, adding some base fertilizer to the pot can increase fertility.
Watering
Tuberous begonias like a moist growing environment, but they are also afraid of waterlogging, so it is best not to let water accumulate. In summer when the weather is dry, increase air humidity by misting and other methods. In autumn and winter during the dormant period, reduce watering, and also reduce watering during the sprouting stage and flowering period of tuberous begonias.
Fertilizing
Tuberous begonias relatively like water and fertilizer; when fertilizing, apply lightly and frequently. During the plant's growing period, apply some well-rotted, dilute fertilizer solution every ten days. During the flowering period, apply some fertilizer that promotes flowering. In winter and summer, be especially careful not to fertilize.
How to grow tuberous begonias
Tuberous begonias need to go dormant in winter. During the growing period, they bloom continuously. Their flowers are very large, their centers are very high, and their petals are orderly. The plants grow vigorously. The price is slightly high.During the growing period of tuberous begonias, pay attention to the following key points:
1. Watering: Do not water directly onto the soil above the tuber. You can use your finger to press a "water channel" at the edge of the pot. Carefully pour water into the channel. If the weather is hot, avoid letting them be rained on.
2. Light: Outdoors, they can receive direct sunlight before 11 o'clock. At other times, shade is needed. They must not be exposed to the sun in summer. Indoors, place them on a windowsill and adjust the light according to the environment.
3. Environment and temperature: The temperature difference between day and night is very helpful for the growth of tuberous begonias. Unlike tulips, narcissus, and ranunculus, tuberous begonias do not need cool conditions. They bloom continuously from spring to summer to autumn. They are very beautiful. In addition, they are perennials and bloom year after year. Pay attention to planting them a bit shallowly first; you will see that the new shoots are pink. They are very tender, as fragile as cream; do not touch them. Then you can add soil. Their tubers are also different from those of cyclamen. The tubers of tuberous begonias have a great many roots growing from the top. Therefore, they only need to be buried 5 cm deep in the soil. Fortunately, unlike lilies, they do not require depth. So they are very suitable for pot culture.