{"product_id":"begonia-6-pot-ang","title":"Begonia Angel Wing - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eWax begonia (Begonia semperflorens) is a compact, mound-forming annual that flowers almost non-stop in red, pink and white above glossy, rounded leaves of green or bronze. Tough and adaptable, it thrives in both sun and shade, making it one of the most versatile bedding and container plants. Its tidy habit suits edging, mass bedding, pots and balcony boxes, and it handles the warm, humid conditions of much of India better than many cool-season annuals. Low-maintenance and long-blooming, the wax begonia rewards minimal care with constant colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBegoniaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy green or bronze rounded leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, pink, white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost of the year in mild climates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart shade to morning sun; bronze types take more sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep lightly moist; let surface dry between\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, rich, well-drained mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest at 18-28C; frost tender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTolerates moderate to high humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight balanced feed every 2-3 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch tips for bushiness; deadhead optional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot or refresh mix yearly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom stem cuttings or fine seed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowdery mildew, botrytis, mealybug\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to cats and dogs if ingested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent for shaded beds, edging, mass plantings, hanging baskets and balcony pots where it gives constant colour with little effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the few bedding annuals that handles Indian heat and humidity; give part shade in summer, avoid waterlogging, and pinch tips to keep plants full and compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water wax begonias?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep them lightly moist, letting the surface dry between waterings. They dislike soggy soil, which causes stem rot, so do not overwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light do begonias need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreen-leaved types prefer part shade or morning sun, while bronze-leaved types tolerate more direct sun. Both bloom well in bright, filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre wax begonias safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, begonias are toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, especially the underground parts, so keep them away from pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow begonias indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, they grow well indoors in bright indirect light and make tidy, long-flowering houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate begonias?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey root readily from stem cuttings placed in moist mix, and can also be grown from very fine seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is there white powder on the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat is powdery mildew, common in humid, crowded conditions; improve airflow, avoid wetting leaves and remove affected foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen do wax begonias bloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn mild climates they flower almost year-round, with peak bloom in the warm growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIndoor or outdoor plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are versatile, thriving outdoors in beds and pots and indoors in bright spots, making them very adaptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre begonias poisonous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, they are toxic to pets if ingested, though they are not a contact hazard for handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a light balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks during growth for steady flowering and lush foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256061427958,"sku":"PLT-BEGONIA-P06-ANG","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/ahT8m1jjfHG3DnIiZvCvp4rPafxfLv7tJCUvX9ZM_e496b06b-98f2-4c3c-8fcc-a94a13667c91.png?v=1783920347","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/begonia-6-pot-ang","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}