How much sunlight does my Jurassic Pink Begonia need?

Jurassic Pink Begonia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

How much humidity does Jurassic Pink Begonia like?

Jurassic Pink Begonia doesn’t require additional humidity . Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

What type of soil should I use for my Jurassic Pink Begonia?

Jurassic Pink Begonia does best in well-draining soil . A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Should I fertilize my Jurassic Pink Begonia?

Jurassic Pink Begonia should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year , whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Does Jurassic Pink Begonia go dormant?

Jurassic Pink Begonia does not have a typical pattern of dormancy . If you notice their growth slowing down substantially, double check that they are getting enough sunlight and water to thrive!

Which region is Jurassic Pink Begonia native to?

Jurassic Pink Begonia is native to Tropics and Subtropics worldwide .

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Q: How often should I water my Jurassic Pink Begonia?

Jurassic Pink Begonia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

About Jurassic Pink Begonia

There are over 2,000 species of Begonia, and horticulturalists have created even more varities by cultivating all sorts of shapes and colors! They're native to tropical regions around the world, but are now found in homes in cold climates as well. Their taxonomy is far more complex than other plants, with species belonging to different cultivar groups. They contain oxalic acid, so be sure to keep them out of reach in homes with pets or children! ⚠️

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Begonia 'Jurassic Pink Shades'

Genus

Begonia

Family

Begoniaceae

Order

Cucurbitales

How to care for Jurassic Pink Begonia

Water

How often to water your Jurassic Pink Begonia

Jurassic Pink Begonia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Columbia, South Carolina.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.