Wax begonia is a hardy perennial that thrives in growing zone 10 and 11 that grows anywhere from 6-24 inches tall. There are more than 1000 species of begonias. They come in many shapes, sizes, and colors and are easy to grow both outdoors and indoors. Wax begonia is popular since the Victorian age and is still popular today. Its waxy flowers vary in several colors like red, white, yellow, and pink that are related to pumpkins and melons and have a citrus flavor, which is edible. There are variations in the foliage as well. How to grow Wax begonia To grow begonia, you need light, well-drained soil. Place the plant in a sunny location as it grows well in full sun. However, if you live in tropical areas, then some shade is required to save your plant from the hot afternoon sun. The required temperature for this plant is at least 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature that is up to 75 degrees will help encourage blooming. It does not do well in cold or freezing ...
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Silver vase plant
Silver vase plant, also known as urn plant is a species of the flowering plant in the bromeliad family. It is a houseplant and is native to Brazil. Silver vase plant is the best species in this genus that become successful in gaining the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. This eye-catchy plant is also known as Aechmea fasciata and has elliptic-oval shaped leaves. It grows slowly, reaches 30 cm to 90 cm in height with a spread of up to 60 cm with 45 cm to 90 cm thick, arching, long gray-green leaves, and arranged in a basal rosette pattern. The unique leaves make the plant form an upturned waxy cup in the center, which collects the water and nutrients that the plant requires. The real flowers are small blue blooms that grow between the pink bracts which last for 5 or 6 months, although the blue flowers die quickly. How to grow Silver vase plant Fasciata is exceptionally easy to care for, look amazing, and can be grown in many locations throughout your home ...
Rieger begonia
Rieger Begonia, also known as begonia x hiemalis are beautiful winter-flowering plants that have bright, creamy, and beautiful blooms. This begonia flower varies in several colors like bright yellow, red, pink, salmon, orange, and even white. It is also sometimes called elatior begonia, although it is the same plant as the Rieger begonia. This plant is known as a winter-flowering plant as they require cold temperatures and short days to bloom. If you make use of blackout curtains and temperature control, you can produce them year-round too. People grow Rieger begonia as houseplants. It requires airy, light, and fast-draining soil and bright but indirect light. How to grow Rieger begonia Select a cool place that remains dark in the evening, for shorter days and longer nights. Keep the plant away from the illumination of streetlights because it might disrupt the cycle. Place it in an east or west-facing window so that it will get sunlight for only part of the day. Provide ...
Guzmania
Guzmania, a tufted airplant, is a genus of more than 120 species of the flowering plants that are found at altitudes of up to 3500 m (11,483 ft.). It is native to Florida, the West Indies, southern Mexico, Central America, and northern and western South America. This plant belongs to the botanical family Bromeliaceae, subfamily Tillandsioideae. Several species of this genus grow as indoor and outdoor garden plant among them the popular one is Guzmania Lingulata (scarlet star). They bear orange and red bracts. The flowers of this plant can be bright red, maroon, brown, and pink and. This plant has a unique feature. It dies after producing its flowers in summer. You can propagate the plant from the offsets that appear as the parent plant dies, which are also known as epiphytes. How to grow and care Guzmania Go through the following topics to know the ways of growing and caring guzmania. If you carefully apply the below mentioned contents, you can successfully have guzmania in ...
Geranium
Geranium, also commonly known as the cranesbills is a genus of 422 species of the flowering plant. It is annual, biennial, and perennial found at temperate regions of the world and the mountains of the tropics. You can find it mostly in the eastern part of the Mediterranean region. Its leaves are long, palm-shaped, and broadly circular. The flowers have five petals and are a variety of colors are white, pink, purple, or blue. They have distinctive veining as well. The most common type grows up to 2 to 4 feet tall and wide. There are six different types of Geranium. They are zonal Geranium, ivy geranium, regal or Martha Washington geranium, scented-leaf Geranium, angel geranium, and unique Geranium. It can grow in any soil, but it cannot resist waterlogged soil. The larvae of some species like brown-tail, ghost moth, and mouse moth can attack it. Therefore, be very careful if you wish to grow this plant. How to grow Geranium plant The plant produces attractive flowers and ...