How much sunlight does my Begonia 'Black Velvet' need?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' 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 Begonia 'Black Velvet' like?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' 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 Begonia 'Black Velvet'?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' 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 Begonia 'Black Velvet'?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' 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 Begonia 'Black Velvet' go dormant?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' 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 Begonia 'Black Velvet' native to?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' is native to Tropics and Subtropics worldwide .

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Q: How often should I water my Begonia 'Black Velvet'?

Begonia 'Black Velvet' 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 Begonia 'Black Velvet'

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 'Black Velvet'

Genus

Begonia

Family

Begoniaceae

Order

Cucurbitales

How to care for Begonia 'Black Velvet'

Water

How often to water your Begonia 'Black Velvet'

Begonia 'Black Velvet' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

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