Begonia boliviensis Santa Cruz
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The Begonia boliviensis is better known as the 'Farmer's Begonia'.
This incredibly rich and long-lasting flowering Begonia has been in cultivation since 1872. It was won by a certain Mr. Bertin who refined it from the Begonia boliviensis. Because it has been used as a patio plant for generations, this problem-free Begonia enjoys great fame. The Begonia bertinii is really a Begonia for the pot because its ornamental value lies in its hanging shape. Note that despite the fact that it is a hanging Begonia, it can grow to a height of 40 cm. Its growth habit is in the first months with a number of thick stems straight up, after which the side branches hang down along the pot.
The Begonia boliviensis can produce quite large tubers over the years, so repotting every few years is advisable.
There are now a few beautiful selections on the market that are easy to grow and flower very profusely:
The orange Begonia boliviensis Santa Cruz
Begonias
The Ameri-hybrid has also managed to pleasantly surprise me when it comes to reliability: she is easy enough to breed. Of the literally dozens of tubers I have planted in the garden and in flower pots, not one has disappointed me. They all keep on blooming, from June all the way into September.
Planting Begonias:
Plant the begonias with the hollow side facing upwards, just below the ground. A thin layer of soil of about 2 cm is sufficient. When planting in a border, keep a distance of 25 cm between the tubers. For pots, choose large pots, as a fully grown begonia needs a lot of space and water. A larger pot provides a better water buffer, which reduces the chance of drying out.
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