BEGONIA ILLUMINATION 6*9cm

Description
A semi-shady location and a well-drained substrate are preferred.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Begonia tuberosa, Begonia grandiflora.

Bulletpoints
* continuous bloomer * very beautiful in a tub

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 10 to 15°C is required.

Growth habit
Bushy.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
Well-drained, nutrient-rich substrate preferred. Commercially available container plant soil.

Planting time
Planting: After the last frosts.

Tasks
- Fertilising during the growth phase: Every 2 weeks from the end of March to September - Wintering: October.

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Airy locations, loose planting and appropriate fertilisation prevent mildew. Over-fertilisation increases susceptibility. Watering in the early morning hours allows the leaves to dry out more quickly and fungal spores have less chance of germinating. Very susceptible varieties can be treated preventively with commercially available preparations. - As soon as temperatures no longer fall below 5°C, even at night, this plant can also be taken outside. A shower with lukewarm water will remove dust and revitalise your favourite. A semi-shady spot out of direct sunlight is best to prevent leaf damage. If necessary, the plant can also be repotted outdoors in spring, which saves cleaning work indoors.

Flower
The apricot-coloured, funnel-shaped flowers are double and appear from June to November.

Use
Tubs, group planting, room, balcony/terrace