Wax begonia
Begonia × semperflorens-cultorum · Family Begoniaceae
Also known as: bedding begonia, begonia semperflorens, fibrous begonia
- Light
- Partial shade to full sun
- Watering
- Every 3 days
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Pet-safe
- No, keep it away from cats and dogs
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Care
Where to put it
Window boxes, borders or a bright windowsill indoors.
Light
Very adaptable: copes with partial shade through to full sun.
Watering
Keep the compost lightly moist, letting the surface dry between waterings.
About the plant
Small, with glossy, waxy-looking leaves in green or bronze, and white, pink or red flowers. It flowers almost all year and is widely used in beds and pots. It is usually 20 to 30 cm tall.
Origin
A hybrid of species native to Brazil and neighbouring countries, from humid woods and forest edges.
What it likes
- Morning sun or partial shade
- Moist, free-draining compost
- Moderate warmth
What it dislikes
- Soggy compost
- Frost
- Strong afternoon sun in summer
Did you know?
The waxy look of the leaves helps the plant lose less water, making it tougher than other begonias.
