Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in fall and winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Also known as Begonia · Grand Begonia · Ornamental Begonia
Hardy begonia (Begonia grandis) is a robust perennial offering attractive foliage and delicate pink flowers, thriving in shady conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, hot sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, reducing in fall and winter.
Humus-rich, well-drained soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures are between 15-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in fall and winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune back dead or damaged foliage anytime. In late fall or early spring, cut back the entire plant to just above the soil line to encourage vigorous new growth. This helps maintain a tidy appearance and promotes health.
Propagate from basal cuttings taken in spring, or from leaf cuttings. Division of the rhizomes in spring is also a successful method. Ensure cuttings have at least one node and are planted in moist, well-draining medium.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and regular potting soil.
Ensure the rhizomes are at or slightly below the soil surface.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Hardy Begonia (Begonia grandis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cucurbitales |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Genus | Begonia |
| Species | Begonia grandis |
Similar in genus Begonia
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