Begonia Care Instructions

Water: Keep evenly but moderately moist. Feed once a week. Prive rich soil htat drains well. Plants are sensitive to overwatering and will rot if the drainage is not sufficient.

Light:Indirect or bright-diffused light is best.

Temperature: Santa Maria's delightful climate is ideal for the lovely azalea. Cool 65F to 70F degrees during the daytime and 55F-60F degree at night. Best planted as a patio plant.

Purchasing Hint: Buy when 30 to 40 percent of the flowers are open.

Blooming Life: You can expect the blooming cycle to be between four and six weeks.

Problems: Aphids, Whitefly and Powdery Mildew are common problems. Flowers will drop if exposed to ethylene gas.