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Begonia semperflorens 'Sun Shade Mix' F2 Hybrid

£1.00

90% (15 Reviews)

This product is produced and supplied in association with Thompson & Morgan

Thrive in sun or shade

Colourful mix of bronze and green-leaved plants

Ideal for beds, borders and containers

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Begonias are well known for their versatility, flourishing in sun or shade and brightening up even the most neglected corner of the garden. This F2 hybrid mix retains much of the vigour of its F1 parents so you can be sure of a great display. Begonia semperflorens 'Sunshade Mixed' is a colourful blend of bronze and green-leaved plants, with a myriad of flower colours. These compact bedding plants are perfect for filling beds, borders basket and window boxes – in fact, you can plant them almost anywhere for a long-lasting summer of colour. Height: 20cm (8"). Spread: 25cm (10").

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1 Packet (2000 Seeds) (37707)

Sow on the surface of a good seed compost from late winter to early spring and seal in a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 2-3 weeks at 21C (70F). Do not exclude light which is beneficial to germination.

Transplant carefully when large enough to handle into 8cm (3in) pots, and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 25-30cm (9-12in) apart in well cultivated garden soil and sun or part shade.

Feed and water plants frequently throughout the growing season taking care not to over-water, as this will cause new flower buds to drop. Deadhead the single female begonia flowers to encourage more of the large double male flowers to be produced and to extend the flowering period.

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