| Botanical name | Begonia semperorens |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Half Sun Half Sun – Prefers 3 To 6 Hours of Sunlight a Day.  Shade Shade – Prefers Low Light Levels.  Semi Frost Hardy Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures.  Moderate Watering Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering.  Non Indigenous Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | Flower colours range from red and deep rose to coral, pink and white. Bicolours are available. |
| Common name(s) | Bedding begonia |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | Description: Bronze in Autumn, Spring, Summer and Winter. |
| Uses in landscape design | Begonias are ideal for semi-shaded areas. |
| Planting instructions | Begonias are ideal for semi-shaded areas. |
| Maintenance | Regular watering. |
| Soil conditions | They require humus-enriched soil. |
| Propagation | Begonias can be propagated by cuttings and transplant well. |
| When to sow |
Begonia semperorens (Bedding begonia)
- Botanical name: Begonia semperorens
- Common name(s): Bedding begonia
- Categories: Annuals
Plant description:
Begonias are ideal for semi-shaded areas. They need humus-enriched soil and regular watering. Sow seeds in autumn, winter or spring and do not cover; plants should flower about 18 weeks after sowing. Begonias can be propagated by cuttings and transplant well. The B. semperflorens ‘Senator’, ‘Rio’ and ‘Cocktail’ series are bronzeleafed; ‘Varsity’ and ‘Ambassador’ have green leaves; ‘Inferno’ and ‘Glamour’ are taller, growing to 400mm, with larger flowers. Colours range from red and deep rose to coral, pink and white. Bicolours are available.
Botanical Pronunciation: bee-GO-nee-uh x sem-pur-FLOR-enz-kull-TOR
Begonia semperorens requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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Flower colours range from red and deep rose to coral, pink and white. Bicolours are available.
Description: Bronze in Autumn, Spring, Summer and Winter. 
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