{"title":"Flowering Begonia","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eGenus: Begonia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"177\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begoniaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"189\" data-end=\"192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begonia\u003cbr data-start=\"217\" data-end=\"220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"237\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, with the greatest diversity in Central and South America and Southeast Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"375\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eBegonia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large and diverse genus encompassing over 1,800 species, ranging from small, delicate herbaceous plants to larger, shrub-like varieties. Begonias are widely appreciated for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"617\"\u003eornamental leaves and colourful flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can be single or double, and come in shades of pink, red, white, orange, and yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eThe foliage is often as striking as the flowers, with many species boasting \u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"810\"\u003easymmetrical leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e that can be glossy, textured, or variegated in hues of green, bronze, silver, and burgundy. Leaf shapes vary widely, from rounded to elongated or deeply lobed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eBegonias are commonly grown as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003ehouseplants, bedding plants, or container plants\u003c\/strong\u003e. They thrive indoors or outdoors in shaded or partially shaded conditions, making them versatile for various garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e or partial shade; direct sunlight can scorch leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003ewell-draining, rich, and moist soil\u003c\/strong\u003e; a peat-based potting mix is ideal for container-grown begonias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mostly tender perennials or annuals in Canadian climates; often grown indoors or as annuals outdoors. Hardy species can survive mild frost but generally prefer zones \u003cstrong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e9 and above\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flowers and damaged leaves to encourage healthy growth; watch for pests like aphids and powdery mildew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eBegonias are prized both for their flowers and their diverse, colourful foliage, with some species cultivated mainly for their leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003eMany hybrid cultivars have been developed, including wax begonias (begonia semperflorens), tuberous begonias, and rex begonias, each with unique care needs and aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003eBegonias have a rich history as ornamental plants dating back to the 19th century, with ongoing breeding for improved colours and leaf patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eThey make excellent \u003cstrong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2383\"\u003eindoor plants\u003c\/strong\u003e for bright rooms and are popular in shaded garden spots where other flowering plants may struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/flowering-begonia.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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