Begonia Seeds – Begonia semperflorens Flower Plant

Begonia is a compact flowering plant grown for its continuous blooms and attractive foliage. Plants develop a neat, mounded growth habit and produce flowers in shades of white, pink, or red throughout the growing season. This species is well suited for garden beds, borders, containers, hanging baskets, and shaded landscape plantings. Begonia adapts to a variety of growing conditions and performs best in well-drained soil with consistent moisture.

Features

• Compact, mounded flowering plant
• Produces blooms over an extended growing season
• Suitable for beds, borders, and containers
• Adapted to partial shade and filtered sunlight
• Attractive ornamental foliage
• Performs well in well-drained soils
• Suitable for landscape and container planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Begonia semperflorens
• Common Name (US): Wax Begonia
• Seed Type / Variety: Begonia semperflorens
• Growth Habit: Compact annual or tender perennial
• USDA Zones: 10-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: January-April
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C) with consistent moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; maintain evenly moist soil
• Mature Plant Size: 6-12 inches tall, 6-12 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 6-10 inches apart