Now here's one of America's favorite flowers. With lots of variety, Begonias are popular in flowerbeds, hanging baskets, as container plants, and as indoor house plants. That's one versatile plant! Begonias are prized equally for their flower, as well as their showy leaves. When they are not in bloom, which is infrequent once established, their attractive, waxy green or chocolate colored leaves show themselves off wherever you have placed them.
LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS: USDA hardiness zones: 9 through 10
CARE INSTRUCTIONS WATER: Water container-grown begonias when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
FERTILIZER: Fertilize your begonias less frequently during the wintertime when growth is slowed. Follow the instructions provided with your houseplant fertilizer.
FLOWERING: Several begonia groups feature bright, colorful flowers, while others are grown primarily for their decorative leaves -- which can be textured, colored and ornamental due to their various shapes.
SOIL: Use well drained soil.
DISEASE: Depends on variety.