Begonia

Begonia is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Begonia →

Benefits of Growing Begonia →

Common Begonia Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Begonia →

Outdoor Care Guide for Begonia →

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.

Begonia Water Frequency →

Begonia Root Rot →

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 🏡.

Begonia Light Requirements →

Begonia Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Begonia is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

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.

Begonia Humidity Needs →

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!

Best Soil Mix for Begonia →

Best Pots for Begonia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Begonia →

What Are Healthy Begonia Roots →

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!

How Much and When to Fertilize Begonia →

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!

Begonia is native to Tropics and Subtropics worldwide.

Yes, you may see your Begonia bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Begonia Flowers →

Is Begonia an Annual Plant? →

Is Begonia a Perennial Plant? →

Begonia Pollination Guide →

Common Begonia Flower Problems →

Begonia is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Begonia Lifecycle →

Begonia Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Begonia →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Begonia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Begonia Temperature Tolerance →

Begonia Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Begonia →

When to Plant Begonia →

How to Plant Begonia →

Where to Plant Begonia →

Winter Care for Begonia →

Best Companion Plants for Begonia →

Is Begonia a Weed? →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Begonia, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Begonia →

What Eats Begonia? →

• Drooping Begonia Leaves →
• Begonia Dropping Leaves →
• Black Spots on Begonia →
• Brown Spots on Begonia →
• Begonia Leaves Falling Over →
• Begonia Leaves Curling →
• Begonia Yellow Leaves →
• Begonia Root Rot →
• Why Is My Begonia Wilting? →