Summer wings Begonias are summer lovers. Upright in growth with many drooping flowers on the tips of the branches. Needs to be grown in a sheltered position with broken sunlight. Ideal for hanging pots and baskets.
Stunning flowering and foliage plants. Protect from cool winds for best results. Flowering is from Spring through Autumn.
Flowers are single and shaped like the wings of angels. They are up to 50mm long and droop
The plant will go into a dormant stage through the cooler months. Store by putting the pot on its side so the bulb does not get too wet. Repot in the spring, use a complete fertilizer and keep moist but not over wet. Keep moist but not over-wet. Remove spent flowers to encourage new ones to form. Liquid fertilise every four to six weeks during spring, summer and autumn. With some extra care a great result is the reward.