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How to grow and care for begonias

Keep these beauties cool, and they will show off their blooms all summer long.
Elatior begonia (Begonia x hiemalis) is a fast-growing flowering plant with fleshy, heart-shaped green foliage and blossoms that come in vibrant yellow, orange, red, pink, coral, and white colors.
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Begonias are one of the largest groups of flowering plants with more than 2,000 species and more than ...
DENVER — Many types of begonias bloom throughout the year - in the garden and indoors if taken inside in fall. They're worth saving. If you did save them last fall, you can distract yourself from ...
Begonias (Begonia semperflorens-cultorum) are warm-season annuals with a long blooming period; the “semperflorens” part of the species name means “always flowering.” Another very useful characteristic ...
In winter we search for the sun, but when the summer heat hits, a cool patio is the place to be. Lush container plants on the patio link the garden to the house, and that’s where begonias come in, ...
Begonias can be grown in beds, containers, window boxes, hanging baskets, or as houseplants. Move begonias inside when outside and inside temperatures are about the same to prevent leaf drop. Before ...
Not only is it easy to grow some types of begonias in your home, they also offer the most breathtaking sights in a garden with their heavenly blooms and striking foliage. No wonder they are tucked ...
Reviewed by Debra LaGattuta Rex begonia, also known as painted-leaf or fancy-leaf begonia, showcases large variegated leaves with vibrant hues of green, red, silver, and purple. This plant can grow to ...