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Flowering begonias, also known as Rieger begonias, are beautiful flowering winter plants with creamy blooms in bright yellows, reds, pinks, and even white. They are fast-growing, and typically bred to bloom during the winter season and sold as disposable plants; the idea is to enjoy the bloom and throw them out after the season is over. But you needn't follow this rule: You can grow Rieger begonias year-round and enjoy their blooms next fall.
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Annuals that can be grown as a houseplant
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Bloom Time
- Winter, but can vary
- Native Area
- Central and South, Africa, southern Asia
ALSO KNOWN AS
Other names.
en Elatior begonia en Winter-flowering begonia
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