What are the cultivation methods and precautions of Rieger Begonia

Introduction of Rieger Begonia

Rieger Begonia is a plant of the Cucurbitales, Begonia genus, Begoniaceae family. It is a plant with fibrous roots, a plump shape, and single leaves arranged alternately.

The color of Regent Begonia is generally emerald green, and very rarely reddish brown. The flowers are rich in colors, including red, orange, yellow, white, etc. The flowering period is long, lasting from December to April of the following year.

How to grow Rieger Begonia

Begonia prefers warm, humid, semi-shaded environment. The suitable growth temperature is between 18-22 degrees. The wintering temperature should not be lower than 15 degrees Celsius. It is suitable for planting in loose, fertile, well-drained substrates, such as coconut coir, peat soil, vermiculite, perlite, carbonized bark, etc.

Water the Begonia frequently during the growing season. Increase the amount of watering appropriately in the summer. You can water it in the morning and evening. In the winter, water it at noon when the temperature is slightly higher. It needs to be given sufficient sunlight, and proper shade should be provided in the early growth stage. Pay attention to applying fertilizer thinly and frequently, and apply nitrogen fertilizer when it is a seedling.

Watering method

Watering of Begonia should be carried out according to the season. In summer, water evaporates rapidly, so more watering is needed. Watering can be done in the morning and evening. In winter, watering is needed at noon. The water temperature should not be too low to avoid frostbite of the plant. If the air is dry, spray water appropriately. Be careful to spray the water on the leaves, not on the flowers.

Fertilization method

Young Regis Begonia seedlings need some nitrogen fertilizer. When they grow up, the application of nitrogen fertilizer should be controlled, and phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be increased. The concentration of fertilizers should not be too high, and thin fertilizers should be applied frequently. Before flowering, more fertilizers need to be applied to effectively extend the flowering period. You can also spray some not-too-concentrated foliar fertilizers.

Pruning methods

When the Begonia grows to a certain height, it needs to be pinched, and the excess flower buds should be removed in time to avoid a large consumption of nutrients and affect the growth and development of the flowers.

Things to note when growing Rieger Begonia

Because Begonia is afraid of waterlogging, watering should be moderate, no water accumulation should occur, and heavy rain should be avoided. In addition, when watering, do not get too much water on the leaves.