How to Grow and Care for Wax Begonias (Begonia x semperflorens-cultorum)

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Also known as the Semperflorens-cultorum group, wax-leaf Begonias are one of the most popular types of Begonia flower! They are hardy to USDA zones 9-11, so are grown as annuals in cooler climates or overwintered indoors. These plants, which belong to a genus of over 1,300 species, have interesting and dainty flowers which look stunning … Read more

How to Grow and Care for Tuberous Begonias

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Begonias are part of a group of over 1,300 species and 10,000 cultivars! These are divided into 7 groups: cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, scandent or trailing, shrub-like, and tuberous.  Tuberous types are some of the most popular flowering Begonias and are generally grown as annuals in cold climates or overwintered for re-planting the following year. … Read more

How to Grow and Care for Begonias (Begonia spp.)

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Begonias belong to the genus Begonia which contains over 1,300 species of annuals, perennials, climbers, and shrubs. They can be divided into 7 groups: cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, scandent or trailing, shrub-like, and tuberous.  Of these 7 groups, the most popular flowering types are semperflorens (wax-leaf Begonias) and tuberous (tuberous Begonias). These are grown as … Read more

Top 30 Different Types of Begonias Every Gardener Should Know

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Begonias are part of the genus Begonia which contains over 1,300 species and over 10,000 varieties and cultivars! First discovered in Mexico in the 1500s, but found later on worldwide in the sub-tropics, this group can be divided into 7 distinct categories. These are cane-like, rex-cultorum, rhizomatous, semperflorens, scandent or trailing, shrub-like, and tuberous. Begonias … Read more

Fascinating Begonia Flower Meaning, Symbolism, and Uses

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Don’t mistake this wonderful flower for a kaleidoscope of alluring butterflies! These flowers clump up together that can surely brighten up any day and will make a great addition to any garden in early summer. It is in fact eye catching not only to people but also to little pollinators! Aside from its unique appearance, … Read more