Wax Begonia

Wax begonias prefer well-drained, organic soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5. Feed lightly during active growth and avoid saturated soil, providing bright filtered light or morning sun for reliable flowering.

Sun

Part shade to shade

Water

Let surface dry slightly

Spacing

10 in

First harvest

80–100 days

Tips

• Surface-sow tiny seeds without covering them and set transplants about 10 inches apart with crowns at their original depth.
• Water the soil when its surface dries slightly, avoiding standing water and wet foliage.
• Apply a balanced fertilizer at the labeled rate during active growth, using container directions for potted plants.
• Watch for Botrytis gray mold and stem rot, removing damaged tissue and improving air circulation.
• Pinch long stems to maintain a compact shape and remove damaged flowers, though routine deadheading is not needed.