Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000192
11/12/99
Begonia--Rex Begonia, Iron Cross Begonia
Type: House Plant
Comments: Many begonias may be grown for their decorative
foliage. Most do well with medium light intensity or try
an east or west window. Keep the soil evenly moist when
the plants are actively growing but allow resting plants
to dry slightly between watering. Fertilize active plants
with an equal analysis fertilizer at recommended rates.
Begonias give best growth at temperatures of 70 degrees
with a small drop at night. Keep the temperature above 55
degrees and repot in March. Browning leaf margins may
indicate a need for higher humidity.
Propagation: Propagation is by seeds, division, rhizome
cuttings and leaf stem cuttings.
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