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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:12 PM
Begonia Bonfire
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    Plant Type: Annuals

    Begonias are tender perennials, grown for their colorful flowers and foliage. Most begonias can be grown outdoors in pots, in theground, or in hanging baskets in filtered light and moist, but well drained soil. Where not hardy, grow as annuals or indoors as houseplants. Most begonias can be propagated from leaf, stem or rhizome cuttings in addition to being sown from seed. 'Bonfire' is a bushy begonia that is erect with succulent stems. The many ever blooming flowers are single and scarlet in color. The bronze leaves are shiny, smooth andovate. This plant is tolerant to full sun. Soil should ideally be moist. Begonias grow very well in peat-based compost also. Likes humidity. Does not like cold weather. Pinching tips and pruning outer stems in the growing season gives a bushier plant.

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    Flower Color

    Red

    Foliage Color

    Green to Burgundy

    Plant Spread

    6"

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    8"

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    Hardness Zone

    10-11

    Soil Moisture

    Normal to Moist

    Characteristics & Attributes

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    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Loves heat and humidity. Early summer to late summer.

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    Seasonal Interests

    Summer/Fall