Begonia serratipetala
serrated-petal begonia
A bushy evergreen perennial to 45cm high, with long, deeply toothed ovate leaves, dark green flushed with red, and with raised pink spots. Produces small clusters of rose-pink flowers throughout the year
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Pink | Green Red Pink | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green Red Pink | ||
| Autumn | Pink | Green Red Pink | ||
| Winter | Pink | Green Red Pink |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1BBotanical details
- Family
- Begoniaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Ornamental bulbs - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
- Genus
Begonia can be annuals, evergreen or deciduous perennials or shrubs, with fibrous, tuberous or rhizomatous roots and usually asymmetrical leaves, often strikingly patterned, and small or large flowers, both male and female in the same cluster
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in light, well-drained potting compost in full light with shade from hot sun. In winter, keep temperatures above 17°C (63°F). Water moderately when in growth; avoid waterlogging. See begonias: houseplants for more detailed advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed or by softwood stem or leaf cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
Pinch out the growing tips twice during the growing season to encourage a compact, bushy shape
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars, mealybugs, mites, thrips, vine weevils and aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey moulds, powdery mildews and stem rot
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