Botanical Name: Begonia 'Richmondensis'
Common Name: Same
Type of Plant: dicot: perennial
Character evergreen
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape fibrous rooted, upright or arching plant – crisp, shiny leaves, coarse textured
Height to 2'
Spread to 18"
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoors full sun to partial shade
Soil prefers a rich, organic, well-drained soil
Hardiness tender
 
Morphology:
Leaves obtuse, palmate leaves, glossy, dark green hairy margins, reddish tint to underside of leaves, petioles, stems
Flowers pink petals enclosed by red sepals 1-1/2" to 2" wide; heavy display in spring
Fruit small capsule
 
Propagation:
stem cuttings
 
Usage:
excellent hanging basket plant, good in beds, containers, color pots; fairly large and coarse for small containers
 
Landscape Care:
Watering needs regular watering
Fertilizing balanced, 1/2 strength, 2x monthly in growing season
Pruning pinch back frequently to encourage side branching
Pests/Diseases stem rot where drainage is poor
 
Origin: unknown
Family: Begoniaceae

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