How to dig up begonias for the winter and store them until spring

If you have ever seen an area drowning in the lush beauty of begonias, then you will definitely want to plant this plant in your country house. The secret of the demand for it lies in the tenderness of a bright flowering, which lasts from the beginning of June until the very end of the first autumn month - September. And in order to enjoy its fragrant luxury next year, you will have to worry about organizing storage conditions for begonias in the winter.

Of course, experienced florists will cope with the task perfectly, but what should beginners do in their business, for whom this one is literally hidden behind seven seals?

Formation of a beautiful and long-lived plant - how to prune begonia correctly?

Begonia has been one of the most common indoor plants since the mid-16th century, when begonia itself was introduced to Europe. Since that time, this plant has been very popular among flower growers, it is used to decorate all kinds of parks, gardens and squares.

The question is often asked: is it worth it to prune begonias, and if so, how and when to do it correctly. Further, we will talk in detail about pruning, with a full analysis of the process.

Wintering of first-year begonias

The storage of seed-derived first years is different because their dormancy period is relative. The above-ground part of them does not die off in the fall, and they must spend the winter in pots.

Since the leaves of small tubers are preserved, they need light. But the temperature of the content should not exceed 15 degrees. Water the first year sparingly to avoid decay.

Inexperienced growers mistakenly treat young nodules in the same way as with large, mature ones. But this cannot be done, because the first years grown from seeds continue to grow in the winter. If stored incorrectly, then they will dry out.

What is worth knowing about the plant

Begonia is one of the most beautiful beautiful plants, which is often used to decorate squares, apartment parks and also gardens. The flower belongs to the family of perennial flowers Begonia. At the moment, this species has 900 natural, as well as 2000 hybrid varieties. Despite the fact that the flower itself was discovered back in 1690, its active use for decoration began only 200 years ago, that is, around 1815-1817. The biologist who discovered this species was called Michel Begon, from his last name the flower was named.

It was first found in the Antilles, where it was described by a biologist. All modern varieties originate from the ever-flowering begonias from Brazil, as well as the royal begonia from the Indian subcontinent. Today, there are many types of begonias, which are divided into two types: decorative flowering and decorative deciduous.

Do I need to dig

There are at least two reasons why tuberous begonias need to be dug out of the ground for the winter.

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This abundantly and beautifully flowering plant, the natural habitat of which is the humid tropics and subtropics, necessarily needs a dormant period. The genetic memory of a flower requires rest, without which its further development slows down, decorative qualities decrease, and the ability to reproduce decreases.The climatic conditions of the places native to the tuberous begonia are also associated with its inability to endure negative winter temperatures. A plant that is not removed from the ground will simply freeze.

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If it is supposed to preserve begonia for flowering indoors, in early autumn it is transferred as carefully as possible into a pot, which is placed in a well-lit place. Completely different requirements for the wintering of begonia tubers.

What is cropping?

What is it done for?

Pruning is the process of partial or complete pruning of stems in order to regulate growth and flowering. Due to the correct pruning, you can not only increase the decorative effect of begonias, but also increase its lifespan. So what to do is not only advised, but rather recommended. This will preserve the decorative properties of begonia, as well as maintain its health.

Pinching

Pinching is the process of cutting off the tops of the shoots and buds that are located at the end of the branches. The answer to the question "Can I pinch?" will be unambiguously "Yes". Further, it will be described in detail how and when to do this.

The main methods and conditions of storage in winter

There are several methods for storing such plants.

The most common way is in the basement... Dried Begonia tubers are laid out in boxes or wooden boxes. Fall asleep on top with sifted sand and put it in the basement. You can make a mixture of sand, peat and sawdust in equal amounts. This method is convenient for a large amount of planting material.

From time to time it is necessary to sort out and remove the rotten ones.

You can store begonia tuberous material in boxes filled with peat and sand, or in a refrigerator in a plastic bag filled with peat, moss or sawdust

The second, no less popular way of storage is in an apartment.... The best place would be an area near a balcony door or under a window. There are two types of storage in the house:

In the boxwhen the tubers are placed in them and covered with sand and sawdust.
In pots... Flowers that grew in a pot remain in it, are cut and transferred to a cool place. In this case, the plant should be watered no more than once a month.

In the spring, after germination, they are transplanted into new soil.

The third way of storage is in the refrigerator.... Suitable for small amounts of planting material. For this, Begonia tubers are placed in plastic bags with sawdust, after having made holes in them for breathing.

The bags are placed in the bottom drawer of the vegetable refrigerator.

Compliance with all of the above storage rules guarantees successful growth and flowering of Begonia next season.

Begonia is a plant that has certain characteristics of life in winter. Taking proper care of the flower at this time will keep it in good condition. Let's take a closer look at how to properly care for this plant at home.

Rules for removing stems and shoots, when and how to do it?

Crown formation for lush flowering

Pruning is necessary to maintain and improve the decorative effect of plants. In fact, there are four main features when pruning begonias:

Start trimming.This process must be started at the stage of a young flower. As soon as the small plant reaches a length of 6-7 centimeters, the top is cut off with scissors.

This simple procedure stimulates the growth of lateral shoots in begonias.

Decrease watering. After the first pruning, the amount of watering is reduced. This is done to increase the growth rate of begonia.
Further pruning. The next pruning is carried out after the length of the side stems reaches 10 centimeters.
The shortening must necessarily take place over the bud, which is located on the outside of the stem.
End of trimming. Further, the shortening procedure can be carried out only to remove the most overgrown stems, or even dry ones.Also, this procedure can be carried out to maintain a specific shape.

In what cases is it done?

Cropping is done in the following situations:

flower-bearing shoots are cut off in decorative-leaved begonias;
when dry or damaged leaves or shoots appear, this is done to avoid the appearance of diseases;
in young plants for decorative properties;
pruning before winter.

When to prune plants for the winter?

Florists often ask a similar question. Be sure to trim only tuberous begonias for the winter., all the rest are cut off at the request of the grower.

What will happen if you do not carry out this process? In the absence of this procedure, the leaves and flowers begin to decrease in size, but the stem, on the contrary, will begin to thicken, which does not look very beautiful. Therefore, this procedure is mandatory. You will find important tips for winter begonia care in this article.

How and when to pinch?

The pinching procedure is carried out in the fall, or in the spring, or if we speak correctly, then either before flowering, or after it. now about the process itself, which is actually very simple. On the main stem, you need to find the top growth point, and pinch it off by 1-2 centimeters. With correct pinching, active growth of lateral shoots should begin in 2-3 weeks. Also, this procedure should be carried out only in cases where it is not possible to trim the begonia.

Features of winter care

Begonia is a plant that is constantly growing, with virtually no period of absolute dormancy. Favorable external conditions are essential for the flower to "feel" well in winter. An indicator of such well-being is the bright color of its leaves. If the color of the foliage changes, then this indicates that the plant is getting sick.

Begonia tolerates wintering quite well. A flower hibernates without any negative consequences only if it is properly looked after. So, in order for begonia to grow well, in the room where it is located, it is imperative to maintain certain microclimate indicators. The temperature regime in winter for begonias is important. In the cold season of the year, the plant does not require high temperatures. Experts recommend changing the temperature mode a little. This will keep the plant in good condition.

During the winter period of the year, you should also monitor the regularity of watering. Begonia needs moisture. However, over-watering can cause the plant to get sick with fungal diseases.

Another important metric to watch out for is humidity. Due to the fact that heating devices work in the room in winter, this indicator of the microclimate changes. So, too dry air in the apartment can lead to the fact that begonia leaves lose their natural turgor. Plant care specialists recommend moving this ornamental plant away from a heater (such as a radiator) in winter. This will help reduce the risk of developing possible leaf damage.

How to properly care after a cut?

After pruning, it is enough to follow the basic rules of careas before circumcision. Let's tell you more about them.
The most favorable temperature range is from 13 to 22 degrees Celsius, but do not forget to maintain a stable air humidity. The optimum humidity level is 60 percent. Since our begonia is a herbaceous species, the state of dormancy lasts from October to February.

To transfer the plant to this state, watering is reduced and wilted shoots are cut off. Some experts advise storing begonia tubers in the dark at a temperature of 10 to 12 degrees Celsius for up to two months.The best growth properties appear when the plant is in partial shade. Watering is carried out only after the top layer of the earth has completely dried.

To provide begonias with the necessary moisture, the pot should be placed on a tray of water., but so that the pot itself is not in the water, or placed on wet peat.

If the humidity level is too high, begonia will rot, so do not overdo it. On hot summer days, the air around the begonias is sprayed, but so that the water does not get on the leaves. The room in which the begonia is located must be periodically ventilated, but so that the plant itself does not blow through with a draft. Transplantation is carried out only in cases of extreme necessity.

In conclusion, I would like to say that circumcision and pinching of begonias are very important procedures, which will both increase the splendor and decorativeness of begonias, and extend its life. In addition, these procedures are so simple that any novice florist who has never even approached begonias can do them.

The process itself will also be useful in the future, when pinching and cutting off other plants, because in fact the technology is the same.

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Possible problems and diseases

In winter, begonia is quite vulnerable to various diseases. The risk of such diseases increases significantly if flower care is carried out incorrectly. One of the fairly common problems that are recorded in begonias in winter is severe dryness of the edges of the leaves. In this case, the damaged leaf may even curl into a tube. Lead to the fact that begonia practically withers in a pot, as a rule, a decrease in humidity in the room and an uncomfortable temperature for the plant. Experts in this situation, when begonia grows poorly, recommend moving the plant to another place. If the decorative flower stood on the windowsill at the same time, then it should be removed to a less illuminated place.

Improper watering can cause fatal damage to begonias. Plants die at the same time due to the fact that the root system is significantly damaged. If water has accumulated in the tray with the pot where the flower is located, then the moisture must be removed immediately. In this case, the frequency of watering should be reduced.

A change in the turgor of the leaves can be caused by the fact that the flower is quite close to the plate. Such a problem occurs quite often in winter also because, in addition to household appliances, heating ones also work. This, in turn, contributes to changes in humidity and temperature in the room, which leads to the fact that the begonia leaves begin to wilt. In this case, the flower looks drooping.

Experts recommend in such a situation to urgently move the ornamental plant from the kitchen to another room.

When unfavorable conditions occur, begonia can get sick. One of the diseases of this decorative flower is rot that develops on the stems or roots. The appearance of such manifestations on the plant is largely facilitated by the stagnation of moisture in the soil substrate. In such a situation, experts recommend that you definitely reduce the frequency of watering the plant, as well as measure the humidity in the room where it is located.

Heavy leaf fall is another problem that begonias lovers can face in winter. It can be quite difficult to "force" a flower to have luscious green leaves all year round in some situations. Experts note that if the leaves of this decorative flower began to fall off strongly, then in this case it is recommended to pay attention to where it is. Quite often, the appearance of this problem is facilitated by wind hypothermia of the leaves. Finding begonias on a blown windowsill often leads to this.If the leaves of an ornamental plant began to fall off strongly, it is recommended to remove it away from the window, and also to protect it from any drafts.

The appearance of yellow spots on the leaves of begonia and a change in its turgor is one of the possible diseases that can be detected in this plant. Cucumber mosaic viruses can lead to such adverse symptoms. It is rather difficult to cure a plant affected by these microbes at home. In this case, the diseased flower should be immediately moved to "quarantine", otherwise it can become a source of spread of infection to other plants.

Begonia, like many other indoor plants, can also be affected by powdery mildew. This disease is characterized by the fact that light spots with a specific bloom appear on the foliage of the flower. If such symptoms appear, then this ornamental plant must be treated with fungicidal agents.

For information on how to care for begonias in winter at home, see the video.

Winter storage of tubers is one of the problems that arise when growing the tuberous begonia plant, which is popular in indoor and garden floriculture. So that she does not die during the rest period and does not get sick, it is necessary to follow the rules of maintenance in the winter.

Types of trimming

Pruning indoor begonia can be produced in several ways, depending on the type:

trimming side shoots and top of bush begonia;
pruning before the dormant period of the tuberous variety;
pinching ampel varieties
sanitary pruning to remove old leaves and shoots.

The type of flower trimming depends on its type and variety. Different types of pruned begonias require an individual approach.

Pruning tools.

Pruning is done for young plants, no higher than 7 cm. A special pruner or garden shears should be sharp, if the tool is dull, the flower can be damaged. Before trimming begonias, tools must be processed, they must be clean and dry.

Important! Household scissors should not be used categorically. This will harm the plant.

Preparing tubers for storage

The result of storage and further growth depends on how correctly the planting material will be prepared for winter and how you will take care of this plant.

Firstly, Begonias that grow in the garden must be dug out before the first hard frosts.... At this time, the upper part of the plant is cut off, leaving hemp at least 1 centimeter in size.

Dry the begonia tubers before storing.

Secondly, the tubers are harvested in a dry and cool place, where they should dry out. Only after they are completely dry can it be put away for storage.

Pruning begonias for lush bloom

Only the top of the plant shoots is carefully cut off. The trimming is done according to the desired shape.

Pruning indoor begonia

Begonias, whose shoots have reached 10 cm, must also be cut above the upper bud. After properly pruning, lateral shoots begin to appear after two weeks. If the haircut of your favorite plant is done according to the rules, the bush will take on a beautiful lush shape.

Attention! A pruned plant should not be watered abundantly, you need to wait for growth to resume.

After the begonia bush has been shaped, it is necessary to constantly monitor the emerging shoots. They also need to be pruned as they grow, remove dried leaves and remove those shoots that grow inside the bush.

If the flower was launched for some reason, and it lost its attractiveness, you can fix everything. The lower leaves need to be removed, and the top should be cut off by 2 cm. This will stimulate the plant to rejuvenate and grow. New shoots will need to be cut off properly and on time.

For winter

In the fall, it is necessary to prepare the tuberous begonia for the sleep period. To do this, reduce watering, when the leaves are dry, remove the part that is above the ground, leaving a stump of 2 cm.

The place for the pot should be dark and cool; in the conditions of an apartment, a loggia or a niche under the bathroom is ideal. Occasionally you need to water the pot. Shrub begonias should be pruned in October... This is the most appropriate period. From February to March, the plant will begin to wake up and again delight its household with beautiful greenery and abundant flowering.

Photo of pruning begonias

If the begonia is not pruned before the winter period, she will not gain strength for the new spring season. The plant will become emaciated and bloom sparsely. Some begonias will only be able to pick up the bud, and will not begin to bloom. The buds will fall off without opening.

After flowering

The flowering period of begonia lasts all summer and autumn. After the plant has faded, it should be placed in a shaded area and limited to watering. If we are talking about tuberous begonias, then pruning is done, leaving a small stump above the soil. This is done so that the tubers absorb the maximum nutrients for the next season.

Begonia after flowering photo

After the soil in the pot dries up, you can put it under the bathtub or dig up the tubers. The tubers are dried and stored until next season in a cold place, a refrigerator is suitable. If the begonia is bush, the stems of the flowers are removed from it after flowering and the shoots are pruned as usual.

Features of wintering of First-Year Tuberous Begonias

In the first year of life, Begonia tubers are small and weak, therefore they need special care. If you leave them stored with adult plants for the winter, then there is a possibility of death of the first years.

In winter, tuberous begonias enter a dormant period, which usually lasts from November to February.

Young tubers are removed from the garden and placed together with an earthen lump in boxeswhere a mixture of peat has already been prepared. The peculiarity of first years is that their rest period is a relative concept. Often their upper part (stems and leaves) remains green for the winter. Therefore, flowers in boxes are placed in a light and cool place. Watering at this time is required infrequently. It is enough to slightly moisten the soil once or twice a month. In the spring, the plant again enters the stage of active growth. In April, they should be transplanted first into pots of peat, and then, closer to summer, planted in the ground.

In the second year, the plant is already independently and consciously preparing for hibernation, and this time in the fall by October, his upper the part that must then be cut off.

How to pinch

Pinch the plants to form a bush shape in fall or spring. This should be done before the flower begins to pick up buds or after it fades. The shape of the crown of begonia can be made pyramidal, spherical or bush. Pinching is done with your hands, the tops of the stems are the most delicate and can be gently pinched off with your fingers.

To do the pinching correctly, you need to find the main stem and pinch off the top shoot by 2 cm. After 15 - 20 days, the flower will begin to grow actively, side shoots will appear, and the bush will become more luxuriant. The formation of a bush must be dealt with from the first days of the appearance of begonia in the house, then the plant will delight the eye with lush flowering and a beautiful crown.

Tuber awakening

The wintering period ends in begonia in March-April. Remove the tubers from the wintering area and warm them up in the room. You can also germinate them in wet peat or sand before planting in open ground. Before that, immerse them in a potassium permanganate solution for a while.

In the presence of many buds on one large tuber. Before planting, you can cut it into pieces. Cut off places treat with ash, sulfur or charcoal.

Young plants have elongated shoots by spring, they need to be cuttings and rooted in separate containers.

Compliance with these simple storage rules will help you enjoy the summer lush and abundant flowering of the beautiful begonias.

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Features of pruning some types of begonias

Most of all, bush varieties need pruning, they grow quickly, and in order to give the plant an aesthetic appearance, it is pruned. Thick-stemmed varieties are rarely cut, more out of a desire to give a beautiful shape to the green crown. All affected leaves and dried flowers are also removed by pruning. This helps protect the plant from disease.

Ampel types of a flower are not cut off, their tops are pinched for the growth of lateral shoots and the formation of a beautiful plant. If the plant has stopped growing, it can be resumed by pruning, for this you need to remove the bud at the very top and the lower leaves of the plant. Do not prune the bush and transplant it into a new pot at the same time. This is double stress for the plant. It is better to transplant the flower in the spring before the period of active growth, and then prune.

How to keep tuberous begonia at home in winter?

Temperature at the wintering site should not exceed 9-10 degrees. This is a prerequisite for the establishment of flower buds. Humidity at the same time increased (70-80%) is required... There are several ways to do this, depending on the conditions you have:

Basement or cellar

For this method, it is necessary to prepare a container in which the tubers will be placed. It can be a cardboard box or a wooden box. It is recommended to pour on the bottom a layer of sand, peat or sawdust.

Experienced flower growers speak well of the use of modern vermiculite material for these purposes.

Vermiculite Is a mineral powder widely used in horticulture and indoor floriculture. It does not rot or decompose under the influence of the atmosphere, so insects and bacteria do not multiply in it. The tubers placed in it will be in a certain temperature regime with sufficient air access. In addition, they will not be exposed to disease and pest infestation. For storing tubers, vermiculite is mixed with peat or sawdust.

On the prepared pillow, the tubers are laid out in one layer, so that they do not touch each other. From above the laid plants are covered with a layer of storage mixture. It should also cover the distance between the tubers. Each specimen should be literally surrounded by a cushion of backfill mixture.

Refrigerator

In the absence of a basement or cellar, the tubers can be stored in the refrigerator. The finished, dried material is placed in a bag, sprinkled with peat and vermiculite, or a mixture of sand and vermiculite. The package needs make holes for air access. Then the bag is placed in the refrigerator.

If you have enough space in your refrigerator, you can store the tubers in the bottom vegetable storage drawer by filling them with the peat mixture as in the previous option. It is also convenient to use food containers. Tubers are placed in them and covered with a mixture of peat and vermiculite, or sawdust and peat, just like in boxes. Make sure that the backfill mixture is completely dry, otherwise the begonias will rot or be attacked by fungus.

How to keep a tuberous begonia in a pot in an apartment in winter?

The previous storage methods are used for large, mature tubers. Young specimens are small, and will dry out with this storage. It is recommended to store them in pots with soil. Deepen the tubers in the ground, several pieces can be in one pot, and put in a dry, cool room. One or two times depending on the humidity of the ambient air. The soil with stored tubers must be moistened.

Does begonia need pruning?

Left to itself, this plant loses its decorative effect: the stem stretches out, the shoots become thinner, the leaves shrink, the flowering is minimal.

How to properly prune begonia:

It is necessary to think about the formation of a plant even at the stage of a young flower. When a young begonia reaches a height of about 6-7 cm, the top is cut off with a sharp knife. This is done to stimulate the development of side shoots.

After this procedure, the number of waterings should be reduced until the intensive growth of the plant begins.

As soon as the lateral shoots reach a length of 10 cm, their tops are trimmed. It is important to make sure that the shortening of the stems is over the bud, which is directed towards the outside.

This completes the formation of a young bush. You can from time to time shorten the elongated stems or remove dried shoots to maintain the desired shape of the crown.

When should a begonia be pruned?

In decorative-leaved begonias, the flowering shoots should be cut off.

Dry, damaged leaves and shoots should be cut to avoid flower disease.

The young plant is pruned for decorative purposes.

Tuberous begonias need pruning for the winter.

Secrets of preparing for winter storage

Proper storage of tuberous begonias in winter - necessary condition... If they are not followed, the tubers will form a small number of buds and flowering will be poor.

First of all, you must observe extraction time from soil... If you are late, waiting for the first frost, he may suffer. The tubers of this flower do not tolerate even short-term freezing. But you can't dig them out earlier either. As soon as the foliage begins to dry out, the flower begins an active set of tuber mass and buds for the next flowering. Therefore, early extraction from the ground will reduce the number of flowers during the growing season.

Should you prune begonias for the winter?

Opinions on this matter are divided: someone believes that there is no point in pruning, while other growers cut the leaves every fall. It is imperative to prune tuberous begonias, in other species, it is still desirable to cut off the green part. This is done to keep the plant calm during the winter. But there are also varieties that do not need pruning.

How to properly prune begonias for the winter?

With the onset of autumn, the number of watering is reduced in room tuberous begonias. After the leaves dry out, the aerial part of the plant is cut off, leaving 1-2 cm. After that, the flower pot must be placed in a place for wintering. It should be a cool, dark place with a temperature not higher than + 15C... For this, a basement, a loggia is suitable, and in apartment conditions you can put it under a bath. From time to time it is necessary to water it in order to prevent the soil from completely drying out.

When to prune begonias for the winter?

Best time for circumcision is October... This period is considered optimal. Indeed, in February-March, the flower will "wake up" again after hibernation. And the six months that the plant will spend at rest is quite enough to rest, gain strength and, in the summer, please with its unusually beautiful flowering.

How to store begonia in winter

The life path of a plant begins from tiny tubers that have recently grown from tiny seeds. And so it turns out that forced sending for the winter without observing the rules can become destructive for the flower. Moreover, novice flower growers should understand the features of plant species. For example: it's not uncommon to find begonias that do not need a rest period. In this case, the ever-flowering begonia deserves attention, which, when provided with the right conditions, can please the eye throughout the year.

Where to begin?

Caring for winter storage of begonias begins with a number of steps:

Inspection of tubers and their disposal of new shoots and buds.
Stop watering the plant.
Ensuring the final ripening of tubers by preserving the wilting stems.

Florists who do not want to be left without planting material are very attentive to the selection of tubers. First of all, those that show signs of damage and disease are removed. Flowers with dark spots on the leaves will not work either. And do not try to select moldy tubers for wintering or those whose size does not reach 4 cm.

When and how to harvest tubers

Before sending the tubers for winter storage, they need to be removed from the ground. For digging, you will need to arm yourself with a shovel or pitchfork. And since it is extremely important to avoid damage to the root system, you should be especially careful.

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The time for harvesting tubers is late autumn. Even when the daytime temperature ranges from + 8 ° C to + 10 ° C, no one can rule out the first night frosts and cold winds. All these changes in nature will necessarily "backfire" by darkening the edges of begonia leaves, which should be considered a signal for harvesting tubers.

But since it is very important to take care of a sufficient amount of nutrients in the seed, fertilizing is done 3 to 4 weeks before digging out the tubers. Thanks to this action, the flower will perfectly stay in the wintering state, which lasts 3-4 months. And in view of the fact that the feeding should not contain too much nitrogen and potassium, it is best to opt for fertilizers of animal origin.

Should all begonias be pruned?

Varieties, which do not need to be trimmed: royal rex and its hybrids, ever flowering.

Thick-bore groups do not need to be trimmed, this is done only when necessary.

At ampelny it is necessary cut off only the apical stems to stimulate the development of lateral shoots.

Bush cut off, choosing a place above the bud, by 5-7 cm. New young stems will develop from such "stumps". Pruning usually occurs in the spring, after the foliage has dropped.

Features of the dormant period of room begonia

A home-grown plant also needs winter storage. The difference is that the plant does not have to be removed from the soil.

In the autumn, as soon as the stems begin to wither and dry out, the frequency of watering and the amount of water are sharply reduced. The finally wilted leaves are carefully cut off and the pot is removed to a dark, cool place. Such conditions are needed in order for the plant to rest and gain strength for flowering in the next season. No need to disturb the resting bush: rearrange it from place to place, transplant. Check the status of the root system. It is only necessary to ensure that the earth does not dry out and slightly moisten it periodically. This is especially important during heating operation, since the air in the apartments is dry and the tubers can dry out.

Plants are well preserved on insulated balconies or under a balcony door. Just like garden begonias, indoor begonias can be stored in basements. They put it there right in the pot in which it was grown. Cover the pots with newspaper or a thick cloth to limit light access.

It is very important that the plant pot too much light didn't get in and even more direct sunlight. The plant will wake up ahead of time and give shoots without having time to lay a sufficient number of flower buds.

Pinching begonia

This method allows you to achieve the decorative effect of the bush and will help to form the crown of the chosen shape: spherical, bush, pyramidal, etc.

How to pinch begonia correctly?

This procedure must be done in autumn or spring, that is, either before flowering or after. On the main stem, you need to find the upper growth point and pinch it off by 1-2 cm. After 2-3 weeks, active growth of lateral shoots will begin.

As soon as begonia appears in your house, you should immediately think about its future.It is circumcision and pinching at an early age that will help maintain a beautiful, spectacular, aesthetic appearance of the plant. And it will delight you with its beauty and splendor for a long time!

Next, you will see a photo of how to crop begonia:

Fundamental rules

Taking care of indoor begonias in winter is quite simple. At the same time, experts recommend that you still prepare in advance for winter. So, the plant is recommended to be transplanted (if required) before the onset of cold weather. This will protect the plant's root system from damage, and will also not interfere with its further good growth.

Proper care of this plant depends on its variety. There are quite a few varieties of this flower. For example, tuberous begonias can be grown both on your own windowsill and in the open field. It is recommended to dig out garden tuberous plants from the soil at the end of November. In this case, it is imperative to cut off the remains of the shoots. It is recommended to do this in such a way that the remainder of the cut off shoot is no more than 1.5-2.5 cm.

After the begonia tubers are processed in this way, the remains of the soil substrate must be removed from them. After that, they should be placed in storage. It is recommended to store the dug tubers in a well-ventilated room. This is necessary so that rot does not appear on them. This thorough drying time should be 2 weeks. After that, the dried begonia tubers can be transferred to a box for further storage. In the room where they are located, the humidity should be 75-80%, and the temperature - + 10-12 degrees Celsius.

If this tuberous plant is not in the open field, then in this case it is not necessary to remove it from the pot for the winter. During this time, it is very important that the begonia is in a comfortable environment. In winter, it is recommended not to transplant and propagate the tuberous indoor begonia. And if the pot with the plant is in a too cold room, then it is better to insulate it a little. This will reduce possible damage to the root system.

Watering

In the winter season, this plant does not require frequent watering. Do not allow it to dry out either. Insufficient moisture supply can damage the root system. If liquid accumulates in the soil, then pathogens may appear there. If heating devices work in the room, then in this case the flower needs more frequent watering. You can determine whether a flower needs watering by touching the ground with your finger.

Experts recommend watering this ornamental plant when the soil substrate is dry 1-2 cm from the surface.

Temperature regime

In winter, indoor begonias do not need high temperatures for good growth. Experts recommend to slightly reduce this indicator during the cold period. So, in order to maintain good vital activity of the flower, it is recommended to lower the temperature to + 15-16 degrees Celsius. If you cannot create such a temperature regime in winter due to the active operation of heating devices, then in this case, you should definitely monitor the regularity of watering. It is believed that at a temperature of + 22-25 degrees, it is necessary to water the plant more often. Experts note that in winter, even with a change in temperature, begonia may look somewhat different than in summer. For example, the leaves of a plant become less bright, acquire a pale color. It is also possible to change the shoots of the plant.

Due to the change in the length of daylight hours, the shoots may stretch slightly in length.

Humidity

Since the heating devices are turned on in winter, the air in the room becomes too dry. To avoid damage to the flower, it is recommended to maintain a certain humidity in the room - 70-80%.It is not worth allowing too much decrease in this indicator, as this can cause the foliage of the flower to become less bright.

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The question is often asked: is it worth pruning begonias, and if so, how and when to do it correctly. Further, we will talk in detail about pruning, with a full analysis of the process.

The basics of a correct transplant

Transplanting is an important process in growing begonias, and in this section, we will learn when to transplant begonias and how to do it.

The frequency of this operation depends on the type of begonia. Tuberous varieties should be replanted annually with a change of soil and pot as the roots grow.

The transplant is carried out in early spring.

The plant is pulled out of the pot and the roots are cleared of old soil. Then the plant is placed in a weak solution of potassium permanganate. If necessary, root pruning can be done. A little sand and stones are placed at the bottom of the pot. The plant is covered with new soil, leaving a little space on top (2-3 cm). After a few weeks, the earth is poured to the top. During the month, begonia needs abundant watering.

Begonia pruning, pinching and basic breeding methods

Whatever kind of begonia you have, home care involves the formation of a growing specimen - this requires regular pruning, which is also done to rejuvenate and heal. When the begonia has grown to 8 cm in height, it must be cut off for the first time - at the side shoots that have reached 12 cm, the tops are cut off, and they branch out, the flower forms into a lush bush. Even if it was not cut off in time, and it stretched out, losing its decorative effect, you can try to regain its former beauty by pinching the top and side shoots.

reproduction of begonia - pictured

For different types of begonias, there are features of pruning, - the Royal does not need this procedure at all, and thick-stemmed varieties are pruned infrequently, as the shoots grow. Shrub begonias are cut regularly and strongly enough by cutting over the outer bud. Some growers believe that it is often necessary to pinch the ampelous begonia, others recommend not to be zealous, but simply to place it higher so that the shoots hang down. Experts recommend pruning tuberous begonia for the winter so that the plant can rest.

After pruning, you need to reduce the watering of begonias until the growth of shoots is activated, then you can resume feeding. But the reproduction of begonias is organized in the following ways:

Cuttings;
Parts of the sheet;
Seeds;
By dividing the rhizome of a tuber or bush.

Not everyone knows how to take a shoot from a begonia - cut off a ten-centimeter stalk, remove the leaves at the bottom, cut the rest in half, then root the cuttings in a substrate for begonias, adding sand to it, and cover with glass or film. During the month, maintaining high humidity in the greenhouse, wait for new leaves. Then the greenhouse is opened briefly every day, gradually increasing these periods - in three months the young plant will bloom.

Elatior and Mason begonias are propagated by a leaf, since they do not have stems, - several young plants can be developed from one leaf. Cut the leaf into triangles, each of which has veins, stick the pieces into wet sand or simply spread them over its surface, arrange a greenhouse and proceed in the same way as when grafting.

Begonia Elatior - pictured

Tuberous begonias can be propagated by cutting the tuber and planting it in a container with drainage, under a shelter - then proceed as usual.

Blooming begonias are often propagated by seeds - seedlings that have appeared in a mini-greenhouse are placed closer to the light, the shelter is gradually removed, and with the appearance of real leaves they dive into separate cups. The begonia sown in winter, care for which was carried out at home according to all the rules, will bloom by the middle of summer.

It is easy to propagate begonias in the form of a bush by division - in the spring the bush is dissected with a sharp tool, making sure that each part has a sprout or bud, the sections are powdered with coal powder. The roots can be planted in new pots after treatment with a growth stimulant.

Choosing the right place

Suitable Places to Conserve Begonias Properly:

Cellar or basement... Tubers are stored in containers with sand, sawdust or soil mixture. Samples should not touch each other and be surrounded by a soft "pillow".
Refrigerator... Here, the tubers are placed in a plastic bag with holes for ventilation, sprinkled with a substrate. Save the bag in the vegetable drawer. Periodically, you need to inspect the tubers for the presence of fungal diseases, mold, rot.
For indoor begonias in flowerpots, the best wintering option would be insulated loggias, balconies, cellar, heated greenhouses, the coolest places in the house.

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Seed propagation

This is a rather laborious process. This method is suitable for decorative deciduous, ever-flowering varieties.

If you need to grow begonia for home gardening, then you need to start sowing in December. If new plants need to be placed outdoors, then planting seeds should begin at the very beginning of spring.

In flower shops, you can find two types of seeds: regular and granular. It is more convenient and easier to work with the latter. It is recommended to use peat tablets, so the root system will not be damaged.

Seed planting technology:

Place peat tablets in a tray with water, let them get wet.
Divide the granulated seeds into tablets without immersion. Sprinkle a little with water.
Create greenhouse conditions, for this, cover the planting with a film, which should be ventilated at least once a day.
Make sure that the peat tablets do not dry out; for this, pour water into the pan.

Begonia seeds germinate for a long time, the first shoots can be expected in 10-25 days, they are small, threadlike. Their development requires watering through the pallet and regular ventilation. Good lighting is needed, but direct sunlight is destructive. 14 days after germination, the plants should be gradually accustomed to normal conditions. At this time, you can make the first feeding.

In early June, seedlings can be planted in a permanent place in the garden or in a separate pot.

If the begonia is planted in December, then the first flowers should appear at home by the middle of summer.

Begonia how to care for tuberous begonia in autumn

Begonia is a magical flower grown both in apartment conditions and decorating flower beds and flower beds in personal plots. In nature, there are a large number of begonias that grow in nature, but in the tropical regions of Malaysia, India. Bright, large leaves, abundant flowering - truly have royal grandeur and are worthy to please their owners. Begonia: how to care for tuberous begonia in the fall.

What does feng shui say about begonias?

Due to its amazing properties, this plant is suitable for every person, regardless of his temperament and character. Begonia not only improves energy, but is also able to control feelings and emotions, it brings well-being and peace to the house.For example, with its properties, it can reconcile a married couple, eliminate conflicts between people of different ages and simply create a comfortable atmosphere of warmth and comfort in the house.

What to do with tuberous begonia in autumn?

Before the onset of winter, tuberous begonia must be removed. As soon as the frost has passed, we begin to dig it out. After a low temperature, all leaves, branches, flowers, of course, will freeze. Don't be scared and upset. Everything is going according to plan, natural plan.

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We will prepare special containers for our plants and get down to business. The weather conditions must be dry and not frosty. Cut the stem of the begonia at the very base.

Carefully dig up the begonia root with a shovel or scoop

Attention! The clod of earth must remain on the root system. We put the tubers together with the soil in containers and take them to a dry room with a positive temperature so that they dry out

The room should not be hot or cold, approximately + 16 + 18C, ventilated. Check for about a month, gently turn the tubers so that everything dries well, and then you can put them in a cellar with a lower temperature.

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When to dig up begonia?

After the first frost

How to store begonia?

In a coma of earth in boxes in a plastic bag with moss, sawdust, sand or peat, at a constant air temperature in the cellar +5. In winter, be sure to inspect the tubers and remove rotten, dried, sick ones.

How to save withered begonia

Florists sometimes face such a problem: begonia has faded and shed all the leaves.

Reasons for the phenomenon:

dry air;
stagnant water in the pot;
drying out of the soil;
lack of nutrition;
illness;
pests.

You can try to save the plant. To do this, you need to take the following actions:

Remove the begonia from the pot. Check the status of the root system. Living roots can be saved.
Transplant into new soil.
Trim off dried parts of the plant.
Cover the flowerpot with foil.
Spray with Epin once every 7 days.

After a while, new leaves will appear.

Possible problems

You need to take care of tuberous begonia even after sending it to rest. Throughout the winter, periodically inspect the planting material for diseases. If the tubers were not sufficiently dried or the filling material turned out to be wet, the begonia can be attacked by a fungus. Do the same with dried tubers. Their appearance indicates insufficiently careful sorting. Smaller fractions need to be separated and stored under the conditions mentioned above. High humidity combined with insufficiently low temperature can "wake up" plants ahead of time. The sprouts that appear in this case on the tubers must be broken off, and the planting material must be moved to a cooler place.

Advice! “If a begonia stored in a refrigerator has sprouted, then the humidity is high. Remove the sprouts, dry the tubers, and wrap each of them in paper, put them back in the refrigerator. "

Soil and transplant

How do you know if a begonia transplant is required? If the root system has filled the entire container, transplant it. To do this, choose a pot that will be slightly larger than the previous one. It is better to choose a container made of ceramic or clay, that is, the surface must be breathable, so the roots will not rot.

At the bottom, the presence of holes is required. Good drainage is also required: expanded clay, shards. It is recommended to add charcoal on top. Soil for begonias can be purchased ready-made or prepared on your own. The composition of the soil for begonia should be as follows: 50% leaf humus, 25% peat, 25% river sand.

Begonia should be transplanted before the start of a period of active growth, the best time is mid-spring. You need to be careful, the root system of the plant is very fragile.

Begonia transplant procedure:

Remove the flower with a clod of earth from the old container.
Check the root system.
Trim off all dry areas.
If the root system is rotten, it is necessary to rinse it using potassium permanganate diluted to a pale pink color.
Cut off rotten areas, dry them, it is better to sprinkle with powder that can be made from charcoal.
Place in a new pot of soil.
Cover with earth, so that about 1 cm remains to the edge of the container.
Water the plant well.

After the event, it is necessary to give the plant time to adapt. In this regard, begonia will not bloom for some time.

How to keep begonia tubers until spring?

They can be transferred to permanent wintering only after two weeks - by that time the tubers will dry out and adapt to the new way of life.

Now you can carefully clean them of excess soil and put them in wooden boxes, sprinkling with substrate. The distance between the tubers should be sufficient so that they do not touch - this will protect from damage.

The tubers prepared in this way must be placed in a place where they will be provided with an optimal climate - a temperature not higher than 10 ° C. humidity is about 50%. Plants that are at rest should not be watered so that they do not wake up ahead of time. The buds will wake up on their own in early March. At this time, they can begin to germinate.

Care of young begonia tubers

Too small, weak first-year tubers need more careful care and attention. If you store them with adults, then there is a high probability of drying out and deterioration. Preparation for wintering is the same as for adults - dry it and place it in a prepared place.

It is best if this place is a refrigerator. In this case, the tubers should be placed in a plastic bag, sprinkled with peat as a substrate. During the winter, the tubers must be inspected to avoid disease. The affected tuber is removed so that it does not infect neighbors.

During the winter, it is necessary to moisturize occasionally (once or twice a month), otherwise they will dry out. Also, young tubers can sprout ahead of time, they must be cut off - they still cannot fully develop, and the tuber can significantly harm.

They should not be planted in the ground at the same time as adult plants. In the spring, young tubers must first be planted in pots with peat, and transferred to the ground when the threat of a cold snap has passed - by that time the tubers will already give quite viable shoots.

Indoor plant winter care

Winter care for indoor tuberous begonia does not differ significantly from soil, the only thing is that it can be left overwintering in the same pots. As soon as signs of wilting appear, watering should be stopped, cut off the withered stems. In spring, the plant should be transplanted into fresh soil by dividing the tuber if many new buds have appeared on it.

If you bought a room begonia already germinated and it bloomed all summer, but wilted at the end of autumn, then you should check if there are tubers in the ground. There is an annual variety of begonia, it blooms beautifully all summer, dies off, but does not leave tubers. This flower has simply expired.

If the stems and leaves do not die off in the begonia in the fall, then you can not cut it off, but leave it to grow in its usual place. Watering should be reduced to a minimum. Growth and flowering at this time stop, and the plant does not need a lot of water, and it should not be fertilized in winter.

With the onset of spring, these begonias also need to be transplanted into fresh soil, possibly in a larger pot - this depends on the type of plant.

Proper storage is a prerequisite for the health of begonia, its good growth and flowering. If plants already planted in spring do not bloom for a long time, there are fewer flowers and they are noticeably smaller than last year - this is a sign that mistakes were made in keeping the tuber alone in winter. It is necessary to take into account your mistakes and not repeat them next year.

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Additional Tips

Experienced florist recommendations:

In no case should you pick off the still green leaves from the plant. When the stem withers along with the leaves, it gives the necessary nutrients to the root crop. That, in turn, feeds, increases in volume and gains strength for the winter. But the tuber will not have such an opportunity if the "live" leaves are removed from the plant.
If the air dries up in the room where the flower hibernates due to heating, you can use a spray bottle with water to moisturize the area around the flower.
If shoots appear on root crops before the onset of spring, they should be broken off.
The sprouts that hatch ahead of time are a sign that the temperature in the room is too high. This means that the box with planting material should be moved to a cooler room or transferred to the refrigerator.
Sprouts that appear on nodules stored in the refrigerator indicate high humidity. Root crops need to be sorted out, dried and wrapped in dry paper.

Tuberous begonias can be called capricious: they are very demanding on the conditions of winter dormancy.
Important! Potted begonias must certainly be transplanted into a new land, since pathogenic bacteria could settle in the old one.

But lush bloom in summer is a worthy reward for the time spent in winter.

Begonia after winter: care and planting in spring

In March-April, begonia buds begin to swell, and the plant gradually comes out of dormancy. You can now propagate ever-flowering begonias by cuttings or planting tuberous begonias for germination in wet peat.

2-3 months before planting begonias in a permanent place (March-April), the tubers are removed from the sand / peat and planted in pots / containers for germination (forcing). If begonia was stored in boxes with a lump of earth in winter, then they just get them.
The tubers are planted upside down (flatter or concave part with buds (bumps / bumps)).
Begonia tubers need a temperature of 17-20 degrees Celsius, high humidity and regular watering for good germination. In 2-3 weeks in begonia, the first shoots reach about 5-6 cm in height. In general, tubers germinate unevenly and for a long time.
It is at this stage that it is recommended to propagate the tuberous begonia by cuttings or division. Tubers can be cut into several parts, the main thing is that each one has 3-4 buds. Usually, old tubers are divided into 2-4 parts, it is advisable to treat the cuts with charcoal.
After the sprouts get stronger, the first leaves grow and form, the begonia tubers from the boxes can be planted in separate pots. Sprinkle soil mixture on top of the sprouts to the base of the first pair of leaves. It is advisable to add wood ash and humus.
It is recommended to plant begonias in open ground in early June, and in separate pots / containers on the balcony in mid to late May.
For planting in open ground, choose a place protected from the winds with loose nutrient soil in partial shade or bright, but with a minimum of scorching rays of the sun.

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We wish you a successful wintering and great mood!

Tuberous begonia is a flower that loves warmth. They are able to survive the winter period only in a state of sleep.... Already from September, the flower independently prepares for a state of dormancy, shedding leaves and getting rid of the stems. Let's talk about storing tuberous begonias in winter.

Lighting and temperature control

Begonia is one of the most popular indoor plants, combining excellent decorative qualities and ease of growing. Even beginner growers can cope with potted begonia care.

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The plant needs good lighting, but direct sunlight can burn the leaves. It is best to place the begonia on an east or west facing window. In winter, the plant should be rearranged to the south side. It must be remembered that more light is required for begonias during flowering. Ornamental deciduous species of this plant are less demanding on the level of illumination.

Indoor begonia flower feels good at a temperature of 20-25 ° C in the summer, in winter 18-23 ° C is enough. Begonia is a thermophilic plant, so temperatures below 15 ° C lead to the death of a green pet.

You should pay attention to this feature: begonia does not tolerate neighborhood with other indoor plants, so it is best to place it on a separate windowsill.

Reproduction

Reproduction of begonias

Begonia is propagated by seeds, leaf and stem cuttings, by dividing tubers and bush.

Cuttings

The advantages of this method are the preservation of varietal characteristics and the speed of reproduction. The most suitable period is spring. Young shoots with 1-2 internodes are cut from the top of the plant. Flowers, buds, lower leaves are removed, the upper ones are shortened by a third to reduce evaporation.

Cuttings are planted in mini-greenhouses with good drainage. The rooting mixture is prepared from peat, sand and vermiculite. Planted cuttings are regularly sprayed, ventilated to prevent decay, and protected from the hot sun.

Begonia cuttings can be rooted in water, and plants can be propagated by leaf cuttings. For this, not old leaves with petioles 2-3 cm long are suitable. They are planted in a pot with a substrate, deepening the leaf to the length of the petiole. Small leaves for grafting are taken whole, large ones are divided into parts. The leaf fragment should have a piece of petiole and a vein. The transplantation of rooted leaf petioles is started only after the appearance of new young plants.Usually this period is 4-6 weeks. They begin to feed one month after the transplant.

Some interesting facts about begonia

The history of the appearance of the name is associated with the name of Michel Begon, who traveled a lot, was interested in botany. It is interesting that the root tubers of the plant can be eaten, they have the taste of citrus fruits.
North Korea has made begonia a national symbol, which is depicted on the coat of arms of this country. In many countries, there are legends associated with this flower. In China, you can hear a legend that says that begonia grew from the tears of a woman in love. In Belgium, at the flower festival, begonias are made into pictures.

Formation of a beautiful geranium bush: autumn pruning and timely pinching

Geranium is not for nothing that many gardeners love it. It is easy to care for, undemanding to soil and watering. But there is something that is necessary in the formation of a beautiful lush pelargonium bush and its long-term flowering. This is pruning and pinching.

If you do not perform these operations with geraniums in a timely manner, then very quickly the flower will lose its shape, bare shoots will stretch, and the number of inflorescences will come to naught.

When and how to cut and shape the flower crown correctly? Here's what experienced geranium gardeners advise.

There are many varieties of geraniums: these are indoor or garden plants, with lodging or climbing stems, tall or undersized, bush or ampelous. For each flower, you need to choose your own pruning method, matching it with the desired shapes that you would like to give pelargonium.

Geraniums need help to form a beautiful bush

For all types of geraniums, it is important to adhere to the main requirement: pruning and control over the shape of the bush should be done regularly. It is impossible to cut once and get a conceived design.

It is necessary to deal with the formation of a beautiful type of geranium constantly, starting immediately after its planting. It is not necessary to wait a year or two for the stems to grow long and bare, retaining only a few leaves at the very top.

Pruning leads to increased growth of lateral shoots and stimulates the conception of new inflorescences.

After pruning, the plant begins to grow compactly, without bare and ugly branches that pop out. In addition to lateral shoots, flower buds are also activated. Such geraniums bloom longer and more magnificently than their groomed counterparts.

After flowering, the bush gives high-quality planting material, which allows you to propagate your favorite pelargonium variety.

Time spending

Pelargonium is a smart plant. She herself will tell you when to start pruning. Geranium is pruned after flowering stops on the bush and the last inflorescences wilted.

If the plant is planted in the open ground for the summer or remains in the garden all year round, then half the height of the stem is removed. If the flower has spent the summer outdoors, before pruning it should be kept in the room for ten days so that it gets used to the new living conditions.

Removing the excess crown improves air exchange, the lower leaves open up to a sunny color. This reduces the risk of fungal infections.

Formed flowering geranium bush

Winter is a dormant time for the plant, but not for the grower. It is necessary to monitor the state of the slices. If the cut has turned black, has become an unnatural color, it is necessary to repeat the pruning, removing the non-healing wound on the stem.

You can determine if a particular plant needs pruning by its appearance. If the bush is compact, the branches are neat, then the pruning can be postponed until spring.

For example, zonal geraniums often grow obscenely, flaunting a trunk uncovered by leaves. Then, of course, pruning is a must. Ampel Pelargonium is beautiful with long shoots, but decorated with foliage and flowers.

If the type of plant is quite presentable, then it is better not to touch the bush until spring.

Variegated geraniums experience a lot of stress after pruning, so if you don't have to trim, don't do it. There is an interesting variety - mini-pelargonium. The name itself indicates their miniature size.

In the fall, they cut off all that is superfluous, leaving only a small shoot with buds.

Scheme of work

It is necessary to remove geranium shoots with a disinfected tool. This is a sharp knife (kitchen or clerical) or blade. Scissors will not work for this procedure, as they pinch the stem.

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Cut off the trunk of the geranium above the leaf node in three to five millimeters. The cut is made at an acute angle. You should choose nodules aimed at the outside of the bush.

The preserved shoots with the direction of growth from the center do not lead to thickening of the crown

Carefully examine the plant and think carefully about how you would like to get the result.
Remove any yellowed or damaged twigs, leaves and any faded inflorescences. So the bush will reveal its true form.
Prepare tools.
You will need a sharp knife, blade, in extreme cases, pruning shears or scissors. You can disinfect tools with alcohol by wiping their working surface. Another way: ignite over a flame or boil in water for 10-15 minutes.
Make an incision over the leaf nodule.
If the branch directs its growth into the bush, it is better to remove it. Shoots that cross each other should also be cut off. Weakened branches are pruned without pity.
It is necessary to start pruning from the outer stems, gradually moving to the center of the bush.
If it is necessary to remove about half of the bush, pruning should be carried out in two or three passes. Allow the plant to rest for two weeks between each approach.
You can trim off the tips of the stems after four to five leaf nodules. New sprouts with peduncles will form here.
Treat the sections with a disinfectant (ash, coal, cinnamon, alcohol solution).
Apply nitrogen fertilizers to support the plant. Create appropriate heat and light conditions for wintering.

The place where the geranium stalk was cut must be disinfected. For this, activated carbon is suitable. It needs to be crushed into powder, and then sprinkled on the cut site. Another remedy is wood ash. It is also a good antiseptic. Cinnamon powder is considered to be a natural stimulant of wound healing. They can also process a slice.

Watering should be reduced. Since there will be very little green mass left, excess moisture will not be able to evaporate. This can lead to disease and death of the plant. It is already weakened by the experience experienced.

Geranium keeping conditions	Required indicators
Temperature	During the day - 18-20 degrees, at night - 12-15 degrees. For royal geraniums, 10 and 4, respectively.
Light mode	South windowsill or additional lighting with a lamp up to 12 hours a day
Watering	Two to three times a week. The need for watering is determined by the dried topsoil in the pot.
Top dressing	Immediately after pruning with nitrogen fertilizers. This should be enough for the whole winter.

Crown formation

It is necessary to form the crown of the geranium almost immediately after planting the cuttings. The main actions to achieve this goal are pruning and pinching. If the geranium is pruned in the fall, then in the spring you can prune or pinch it. What is the difference? Pinching is the removal of a plant's point of growth.

In its absence, geranium throws out side shoots and turns into a small branched tree. The first pinching is done over 8 or 10 leaves. The time of its holding is the end of February-March. Lateral shoots are also pinched as they grow. It is not worth delaying the spring manipulations with geraniums.

The later the pinching is done, the longer the time until the flowers appear. {Amp} lt; p {amp} gt;

Pinching young shoots accelerates the growth of lateral shoots

Spring pruning is a cut of large stems at the level of the second or fifth leaf from the root. The time of the operation is autumn or early spring.

Carry out all manipulations with geraniums only with processed tools and clean hands.
First of all, remove (cut or pinch) the shoots growing inside the bush to prevent thickening.
With a large distance between the pairs of leaves, the stem is cut off immediately above the leaves, making an indent of up to five millimeters.
First of all, diseased shoots are removed, capturing up to five centimeters of the healthy part.

Spring work with geraniums is very similar to autumn pruning. The first three steps are exactly the same. But it also has its own nuances.

Carefully examine the plant and think carefully about how you would like to get the result.
Remove any yellowed or damaged twigs and leaves.
Prepare tools. You will need a sharp knife, blade, in extreme cases, pruning shears or scissors. You can disinfect tools with alcohol by wiping their working surface. Another way: ignite over a flame or boil in water for 10-15 minutes. To pinch, wash your hands thoroughly.
Cut off all the stems, leaving the healthiest and most beautiful one. It is necessary to remove the lower side shoots from it.
A stem that is too high must be shortened by removing part of the top. Side buds will grow and the geranium will turn into a small tree on a trunk (or a ball on a stick).
Pelargonium stems that are too long or crooked can be trimmed, leaving stumps up to ten centimeters. After a few weeks, fluffy bushes will appear in the pot instead.
Pay attention to the direction of the kidney's growth. It should tend to grow in the opposite direction from the main stem.
Treat the sections with a disinfectant (ash, coal, cinnamon, alcohol solution).

Spring pruning and pinching perform an important agrotechnical function - they stimulate the formation of new buds, branches and inflorescences.

The explanation for this is simple, the flower needs time to recuperate. Therefore, you need to decide what you want to achieve: early flowering or its splendor and durability. If you consider that pinching is a more gentle procedure than pruning, then in the spring you can stop at the first option. It is necessary to pinch young shoots not only in spring, but also as the plant grows.

Geranium needs constant control of the grower for the growth of shoots and the removal of unnecessary shoots

Without an urgent need, pruning in the spring can be omitted. You can only cut up to 20% of all shoots. Large thinning can significantly shift the flowering time. Also, the plant can spend all its strength on recovering from stress and not bloom at all this season.

Geraniums that have undergone spring pinching or pruning need the most favorable conditions for keeping.

Geranium keeping conditions	Required indicators
Temperature	Comfortable temperature is above 12 degrees. Can be exposed to fresh air at night temperatures from 4 degrees.
Light mode	South side of the house. Geranium is very fond of the sun and tolerates direct sunlight well. Doesn't like drafts.
Watering	Water in a day or two. You can check the need for watering by the top dry layer of soil.
Air humidity	In no case should you spray the plant. This is dangerous for geraniums.
Top dressing	Loves nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. It is necessary to bring in once or twice a month. You can buy ready-made fertilizers "For flowering plants". Does not tolerate organic fertilizers (fresh manure).

Some subtleties

Tuberous begonias bloom brightly and luxuriantly - large buds resemble the flowering of a peony, carnation, daffodil, camellia or rose. They will decorate even the distant and darkened corners of the infield. The flowering period lasts from early June to the first frost in mid-September. In warm living quarters, tuberous begonias can bloom from early spring to late autumn.Caring for flowers may seem too complicated, but this is only at first glance.

Since tuberous begonia belongs to hybrid plants, it has many different varieties that differ in size, color, shape of petals and size of buds, height and thickness of the bush, as well as type of growth. Some large-flowered varieties reach a diameter of 30 cm. The rhizome up to 6 cm in diameter has a particularly thickened tuberous structure. The stems are translucent, some are covered with hairs.

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In Russia, begonia has become popular as an indoor flower

In Russia, begonia became popular as an indoor flower, which was called the "Eagle's Nest". In the period after the war of 1812, begonias were given a second nickname - "Napoleon's Ear". They say that it was invented because of the external similarity of the leaves in some varieties with a frostbitten ear.

Perennial tuberous plants are divided into three types:

terry large-flowered;
terry, or simple small-flowered;
terry medium-flowered.

Begonias belong to short-day plants; to increase tubers, they are shaded from 7 pm to 10 am
Begonias belong to short-day plants; to increase tubers, they are shaded from 7 pm to 10 am. For better ripening of tubers, flowers are removed from them. These flowers love high humidity, and when there is a lack of water, they shed their leaves. A spacious and humid planting place is suitable for them; add the hydrogel there. The flowers are heterosexual, multiply by dividing the tuber in spring, sowing seeds under glass from January to spring, cuttings in spring and autumn. Once a year, they need a dormant period - it lasts in winter from November to spring.

Propagation by cuttings

This method is used most often, because this way you can get an adult plant quickly enough. For reproduction, you need to take a cutting about 10 cm in size.

Breeding order:

Remove the lower leaves, cut the rest in half.
Add river sand to the soil for begonias.
To deepen the cuttings into the ground.
Cover the top with foil.

After a month, you should begin to accustom the plant to normal conditions. To do this, the film should be opened daily, each time increasing the airing time. Within a month, begonia planted in this way blooms.

Caring for begonia after pruning

Whatever begonia it is and, accordingly, whatever pruning is carried out, capital, sanitary or apical, after its implementation it is necessary to reduce the amount of water and intensity
watering until the growth of new shoots becomes noticeable. Once it starts, the watering will gradually level out.
You should not immediately feed begonia, it will not help her to rehabilitate. It is necessary to treat the cuts with crushed coal, which will promote the healing of the cuts, and introduce fertilizers already with the growth of new shoots.

Planting material

The flower can be purchased at garden dealerships, ordered by mail or in an online store, at flower growers' forums. Begonia tubers "Mix" are estimated at an average of 250 rubles.

You can buy flowering begonias in garden dealerships or nurseries.

Ampelnaya begonia seeds can be purchased for 1.75 rubles. The package contains 10 seeds. An adult plant “Alyuyu” begonia is sold in a container for 105 rubles.

Ampelous begonia is a very beautiful plant. We have at least two pots with her at home, and every day we rejoice at her appearance in the house. Begonia blooms with beautiful red flowers, which looks very bright, for example, when the weather is bad outside. Caring for begonias is not difficult if you know the basic rules. First of all, you need to water the plant correctly, and carry out this business conscientiously. Also, as we already know, begonias need to be watered in different seasons, at different times.For example, in the summer, when the weather is largely hot and dry, you need to water tuberous begonia early in the morning so that moisture does not evaporate under bright rays or dry air. The water should be at room temperature. It is forbidden to water with cold water, which can plunge begonia into a temperature shock, in simple words - begonia will get sick. The same cannot be done if you notice that the soil is very overheated under the sun. Again, a drop in temperature is the worst thing you can think of for begonias. We will simply kill its root system in this way.

As for the soil, if we continue this topic, then it must always be in proper condition. The earth must be constantly loosened so that water and air pass better, have access to the root system. If begonia grows in your garden, as far as I know, you need to remove weeds, that is, float the soil well so that nothing prevents tuberous begonia from growing. If your begonia, like one of ours, belongs to those varieties that grow well and tall, then you need to tie up such plants, otherwise, under the weight of the begonia itself, its stems will break, and the plant will slow down in growth and development. This is also important before the flowering period, which we can simply pause or stop in such an imprudent way.

Tuberous begonia, in contrast to ampelous, does not need to be pinched before the flowering period. If you are in doubt, then we can accurately answer that tuberous begonia develops well and bush itself. She does not need additional methods to develop her lush crown. For example, we did not pinch it at all and got the same result as our friends, whose begonia belongs to a different species. Ampel begonias, which often and mainly grow in containers before planting, need the formation of lateral shoots, which are most suitable for reproduction or for flowering, therefore, in her case, pinching is, of course, an important care process. If you pinch a plant, then do it only with sterile hands and with one light movement, with two fingers, connect different buds on different stems - that's the whole pinching method. Do not forget that care should then be carried out somewhat more thoroughly than before, because any interventions in the work and vital activity of the flower, especially before some important periods, an acutely stressful condition and begonia needs additional care, which you can completely provide her, was would have the desire and knowledge of the technique of caring for tuberous begonia.

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Favorable conditions for growing home begonia

Begonias are unpretentious to care for and disease-resistant, but the question of how to grow begonias is very common. You need to remember three rules for caring for a plant: transplanting, timely feeding and moderate watering.

This will be discussed in the following sections.

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The plant was named after the Governor of Haiti - M. Begon.

Lighting

In order for begonia to please with abundant flowering, you need to provide the plant with good lighting, best diffused. Make sure that the begonia leaves are not exposed to direct sunlight - this will cause burns on them. If you do not have the opportunity to grow begonia on a windowsill, you can use phytolamps. It is more efficient to use two phytolamps.

Temperature

Begonia feels great at room temperature. If the temperature drops below 16 ° C or exceeds 28 ° C, leaves and flowers wilt and fall off.

Air humidity

Begonias need high air humidity - about 60%.

In winter, additional air humidification is required. This can be achieved by spraying. Dry and cool conditions are good for tuberous begonias. They do not need high humidity.Shrub species are tolerant of dry air in winter, but it doesn't hurt to spray them either.

Description and types of tuberous begonia

Tuberous begonia fascinates with an abundance of bright inflorescences - a complex hybrid, first obtained in the middle of the 19th century. Since then, hundreds of varieties and cultivators have appeared, both heterotic, intended for cultivation in the open field, and tuberous, for indoor cultivation.

Begonia of this species is easily recognizable by its fragile, juicy stems with a translucent texture, light green or olive shade. The leaves, like those of its other relatives, are asymmetrical, often glossy. The bush, depending on the variety, can be compact (up to 20 cm) and quite high (70–80 cm). Flowers differ in size - from 5 to 20 cm in diameter and shape - simple, fringed, double. The underground rhizome (rhizome) thickens at the base and forms a tuber. By analogy with bulbous plants, new roots grow from the bottom of the tuber every year, and the old ones die off. Therefore, tuberous begonia needs annual rest (wintering), which falls on the cold period and lasts from 2 to 3.5 months.

There are several varieties of tuberous begonia.

The multiflora group is characterized by neat, well-branched bushes with small (5–8 cm) double or corrugated flowers.
Begonias grandiflora are distinguished by large (up to 15 cm in diameter), beautiful flowers, similar to camellia.
The abundantly flowering floribunda is characterized by double inflorescences up to 9 cm in diameter.
A distinctive feature of the ampelous group is drooping, rapidly growing shoots with an abundance of graceful, corrugated flowers of a rich color - apricot, salmon, pale pink.

Note! Begonia is a monoecious plant. On one bush bloom male - bright, double and female - inconspicuous, simple flowers. If you do not plan to propagate the begonias by seeds, the female flowers should be removed so that the plant does not expend the effort to ripen them.

Plant feeding

Indoor begonia flower needs feeding. Florists recommend feeding with complex liquid fertilizers once every 2 weeks. It should be remembered that deciduous species require nitrogen fertilizers. In the case when begonia is flowering, home care requires feeding with phosphate fertilizers. There is no need to feed in winter. The exception is ever-flowering species.

Florists use homemade formulations to fertilize this plant.

Fertilizer recipe with yeast:

Take 1 g of yeast, dilute them in 1 liter of warm water.
Add 1 teaspoon of sugar.
Let the mixture stand for at least 3 hours.

For fertilization, dilute the liquid with water in a ratio of 1: 5. This top dressing should be used 5 times a year.

It is good to feed the begonia with sugar. To do this, dissolve 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar in 1 liter of water. You can water this fertilizer no more than 1 time per month.

Used tea leaves can also be used to fertilize flowers. Pre-dry it and mix it with soil during transplanting in the proportion: 1 part of dry tea leaves and 3 parts of soil.

Wood ash is actively used in indoor floriculture.

Fertilizer recipe:

Dissolve 3 tablespoons of ash in 1 liter of water.
Insist for a week.

You can water this composition once every 2 weeks. Wood ash should be added when transplanting into soil.

In flower shops you can buy fertilizers for begonias: "Kemira Lux", "Good Power", "Bona Forte", "Mister Color". Plants should not be overfeeded.

Growing a flower in a container

The main characteristics of the flowerpot

The choice of container should be taken very seriously. Excessive encapsulation can kill the plant. Initial planting in a large pot will cause root disease. The soil will stop drying out and turn into a swampy mixture.Use large containers as the container is filled with roots. Change the container to a smaller container immediately after removing the wet soil.

The soil

For indoor growing, always use a soilless mixture. The composition facilitates the flow of nutrients from the substrate to the roots. Almost all soilless mixtures consist of peat with the addition of perlite or vermiculite. You can make your own pot filler. To do this, mix two-thirds of the sphagnum or peat-based mixture with a third of perlite.

For growing begonias, you should choose a light mixture with peat.

You can purchase a ready-made mixture for indoor plants. The use of peat sometimes causes certain inconveniences. Before the first use, moisten the component with boiling water. This will soften the material. You can use it after cooling completely.

In terrariums, it is advisable to use a peat composition. The ideal combination of substances provides the optimal amount of moisture for the flower.

An excellent assistant for the first growing of a plant - pots with automatic watering. The mechanism developed for a particular plant will independently determine the crop's need for liquid.

Fertilizer

During the period of active growth, the culture needs additional stimulation. Development can be intensified with the help of regular feeding. When choosing a fertilizer brand, consider:

The preparation in granular form should be diluted according to the instructions. The soil must first be evenly moistened.
A balanced liquid fertilizer should be mixed with water in a ratio of one to three. When the young shoots have reached 10 cm, the mixture can be applied to the soil at the base of the crop. It should be repeated every two to four weeks during the growing season.
At the end of autumn, you should reduce the use of fertilizers to one dose per month. In winter, you need to stop using the fertilizer. You can start active feeding next spring - during the period of vegetative development.

Tuberous flowers

Tuberous decorative flowering begonias are grown in pots or outdoors. These plants have a pronounced dormant period.

Potted and garden begonias winter in different conditions... Therefore, winter care for pot and horticultural crops of tuberous begonias is fundamentally different.

Garden

In order to preserve the tubers of begonias growing in the open air, it is necessary to carefully dig them out of the ground when cold weather sets in. This is usually done in early October, when the air temperature drops and the plants begin to lose their leaves. Do not wait for frost, as even a slight frost can damage the tender begonias tubers.

Dig up the begonia tubers carefully so as not to damage them. The stems of the plant must be cut with a pruner at a distance of 2-3 cm from the tuber. After that, the dug tubers are slightly cleaned of the earth and placed in wooden boxes to dry. Dry them in a closed, warm and dry room for 2 weeks.

After that, the remaining soil must be removed, and the tubers must be shifted with dry moss or sawdust and transferred to storage in a dry cellar.

Here they should be kept at temperatures between 5 and 10 ° C until mid-March.

In spring, begonia tubers begin to wake up. When the buds on them grow significantly, they are planted in boxes filled with peat for germination. In this case, it is desirable to increase the temperature to 15-17 ° C.

The tubers are kept in peat boxes, periodically moistening the substrate, until mid-April or early May, and then planted in flower beds if frosts are no longer expected.

Room

If the tuberous begonia grows in a pot, it is not dug up for the winter. In order not to disturb her and not damage the roots, the flower is left in the ground, but the frequency of watering is significantly reduced.Already from the beginning of October, the flower is watered once a week, and with the onset of winter, watering is further reduced. In winter, the plant is watered only after the entire clod of earth in the pot has dried.

The pot with the wintering tuberous begonia is kept in the room away from the heating radiators. It is best to place it on a cold windowsill, where it will be illuminated by the rays of the winter sun. So the plant should winter until mid-March.

In March or early April, the watering of the tuber can be slightly increased.

Moisturizing the soil and lengthening daylight hours will help the plant emerge from dormancy and germinate the tuber.

Features of the

Air humidity plays an important role in the wintering process of tuberous begonias. It is desirable that the air in the room where the tubers are stored was as dry as possible. This will ensure their safety and prevent decay.

If it is necessary to preserve small tubers of young plants of the first year of life until spring, they cannot be left completely dry all winter. Due to their small size, they can dry out.

Begonia tubers can be stored in two ways: in the cellar and in the refrigerator.... When stored in a cellar, they need to be watered periodically with water, making sure that the fungus does not begin to develop on them. Or you can shift them with dry moss and put them in plastic bags to prevent drying out. These bags are kept in the refrigerator until spring.

Begonia will delight and delight in the luxury of its flowering for more than one year, if you take responsibility for its storage in the off-season and ensure proper care of the flower in winter.

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Types of indoor begonias

About 800 species of this plant are known, not all are used in indoor floriculture. There are several classifications of species. Here is the most popular option, it was suggested by V.V. Vorontsov.

Classification of begonias:

flowering;
shrub;
tuberous;
decorative deciduous.

Loves decorative leafy begonia home care that meets all the requirements.

The most popular varieties of this type of begonias:

Royal;
Metallica;
Tiger;
Mason;
Cleopatra;
Collar;
Red-leaved.

Bush begonia can reach a height of 10 cm to 2 meters, depending on the type of plant.

At home, you can get excellent specimens when creating the care you need for begonias. At home, two varieties have become widespread: Coral begonia and Fuchsia begonia. Both varieties can reach sizes from 0.5 m to 1 m. Tuberous begonia, depending on the variety, can have simple and double flowers of different sizes - from 3 cm to 30 cm in diameter.

At home, you can get flowering specimens also when creating the care necessary for begonias. At home, very popular varieties of begonias of Eternal Blossoms, begonias of Gloire de Lorrain, begonias of Elatior.

What begonia is not pruned

Begonias Rex, royal varieties, as well as their hybrids photo
Rex begonias, royal varieties, as well as their hybrids, do not need pruning to form a shape. Their leaves grow from the root, and flowers are not a priority. These begonias are bred for their beautiful ornamental leaves.

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For these plants, pruning is carried out for sanitary purposes only. Remove old or damaged leaves and faded flowers.

Ideal microclimate

If you bought not a tuber in a flower shop, but a "finished" plant, you must first enter quarantine for it. The flower is shaded, not watered or fed for the first week. Be sure to check for insects. When the quarantine is over (it is desirable to withstand at least two weeks), you can "turn on" the usual care regimen. If begonia has appeared in the house in the form of a tuber, then first it must be germinated. While you are waiting for escapes, study specialized forums.

This species of the begonia family is completely non-capricious. It is easy to create a suitable microclimate for a flower, and if you can immediately optimize watering, then there will be no problems at all. Remember the "golden mean" rule: take care, but don't overdo it.

If you decide to "add" other flowers to the begonia on the windowsill, remember that it is an opponent of close proximity.

Light or shadow

Begonia loves when the lighting is bright. Light is essential for the growth and setting of buds. But if the plant is exposed to direct sunlight for a long time, burns may appear. Large-flowered varieties especially suffer from direct sun.

If you plan to plant begonia in open soil in the summer, find a place on the site with light partial shade. But if the plant will spend most of the day in dense shade, do not expect lush flowering.

Temperature regime

Begonia does not tolerate heat and cold. On the street, she can still adapt to the weather conditions, but in the apartment the plant will begin to wither from the heat or cold. The optimal temperature for begonias is considered to be 18-23 ° C.

During the wintering period, it is important that the temperature does not drop below 15 ° C.

Watering

Watering should be done in moderation. From overflow, its delicate roots can rot. Begonia will also not survive a prolonged drought. The optimal watering regime is developed only by trial and error. You need to focus on the condition of the soil: it should dry out by about 1 cm.In the heat, watering is usually carried out three times a week. When begonia enters a dormant state, watering is reduced to a minimum. If the tubers remain in the pot for the winter, then they are practically not watered (once or twice for the entire time, depending on the temperature regime of the winter). You can not water the plant with cold water - only warm and previously settled.

Moisturizing

Moist air is a prerequisite for active growth and flowering of tuberous begonia. However, growers often make a major mistake: they spray the flower to provide it with enough moisture. Such manipulation harms the plant: spots may appear on the leaves, the stem may rot, and the inflorescences may fall off. To ensure optimal humidity, you need to spray the air around the flowerpot, place a container of water next to the flower.

Top dressing

During the flowering period, top dressing is required. For this, it is recommended to use a complex fertilizer specially developed for flowering indoor plants. They need to "feed" twice a month: then the flowering will be intense and long-lasting. However, if the planting was early, then you can feed it before flowering. For this, nitrogen mixtures are used: they stimulate growth.

It is important not to overdo it with nitrogen supplements. A large amount of nitrogen builds up the deciduous mass, but flowering is inhibited. Tuberous begonias are decorative flowering plants, the inflorescences contain all the beauty of the "pet".

Transfer

It is necessary to transplant the plant when it becomes cramped in the pot. When transplanting, it is important to examine the root system of the begonia: if there are rotten areas, they are removed. Rot can damage part of the tuber. In this case, you need to cut out the damaged area with a sharp knife, and sprinkle the wound with crushed activated carbon. It is recommended to disinfect the root system of begonia before planting in a weak solution of potassium permanganate.

Tuberous begonias can be planted in the front garden during the summer. If the plant stays in the house and does not move outside, try not to change its position in relation to the sun. Moving from windowsill to windowsill, turning the pot may cause the buds to drop. Lush flowering requires stability.

Begonia Eternal Blossoming - the secrets of growing in the garden

In the arsenal of florists and landscape designers, there are few plants that can bloom constantly.

Beauty of Eternal Blossoms - so they say about Begonia Semperflorens.

She belongs to the Begoniev family. This magical plant fully corresponds to its specific name.

This genus, and there are about 1,500 species in it, was named after the Governor of San Domingo - Michel Begon.

Begonia Eternal Blossoming

Description of the plant

Begonias are annual or perennial herbaceous crops that grow in the form of bushes or semi-shrubs.

How to properly dig up tuberous begonia

When the time comes (August-September), the begonia is carefully dug out, trying not to damage the root ball, then planted in a suitable pot. There must be drainage holes in the bottom of the pot, and a layer of drainage (expanded clay, pebbles) equal to 1/3 of the pot's capacity. Then the earth is poured, it can be like a garden one, but always with the addition of peat or leafy earth, humus, and sand, or ready-made from a package. Then the root ball is placed, the ground level should be at the same level that the begonia was planted before. If the begonia is in the growing season, that is, it grows and continues to bloom, then it is placed in the brightest and coolest place. Water when the substrate dries on top.

If the above-ground part of the begonia has died out, or has broken off, which happens during digging, then the begonia is placed in a cool place with a temperature of about +16 degrees. During this period, begonia is watered when the substrate dries out to half the capacity of the pot, watering should not be abundant.

By the end of November, if the potted tuberous begonia continues to grow, it is gradually transferred to a dormant period. To do this, they begin to reduce watering, arrange a longer period between waterings, or water less often and not abundantly. Gradually, begonia's shoots will begin to lose turgor and wither. Sometimes it happens that a decrease in watering does not affect the begonia, and after watering it tries to grow again, and in this case, the shoot is cut off, and the begonia is placed at rest in the right place.

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Features of storing begonia tubers

Storing tuberous begonias with small nodules in winter follows the same principle, but with some changes:

The nodules must be watered periodically.

Small begonias are placed not in a box of peat, but in plastic bags.

Plants can be transplanted into the soil when the threat of frost has passed.

Thus, there are no problems with begonia, and winter care for it is extremely simple. It is important to observe the terms of wintering and maintain optimal conditions. A flower can be planted in the ground only with the onset of a stable positive temperature and in the absence of the threat of frost.

How to keep begonia in winter

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At the same time, it is important to protect the roots of begonias from hypothermia, and the crown from the heat and dry air of radiators.	Deciduous begonias are often affected by numerous pests, which are sometimes very difficult to see on a variegated surface: aphids and whiteflies.	With the discovery of the royal begonias and the tuberous plant, the plant became incredibly popular in Europe, first as a greenhouse flower, and then new varieties of it were bred.	Best of all, begonia sprouts respond to feeding diluted with organic fertilizer.
They grow in flower beds, first of all, the ever-flowering and specious begonia; even in floriculture, various hybrids of this flower are used.	It is recommended to grow begonias at room temperature no more than twenty-five degrees Celsius, since the plant does not really like hot climates.	Every year, begonias can be renewed using leaf cuttings, since the plant, as it gets older, loses its external attractiveness.	The best seeds of all varieties are Ornamental-leaved begonias.
Begonia leaves are usually asymmetrical, often beautifully colored (especially in cultivated species).	The pot is taken wide, but not deep - the root system of tuberous begonias is superficial.	Begonia leaves can also be rooted in water like basil leaves.	Leafy begonias are easily propagated by leaf cuttings or by dividing the bush when transplanting.
In spring and summer, begonia needs abundant watering, but it should be remembered that begonias do not tolerate stagnant water.	By dividing the tuber, begonia is propagated at the end of winter, when the buds are visible.	Variegated leaves of all kinds of colors, delicate flowers - this is what attracts flower growers to begonias.	For begonias, this mixture is suitable, consisting of an equal amount of greenhouse land for indoor plants, organic manure fertilizer, and high-moor peat.
These begonias also have a bad reaction to too low air humidity.	You can sow begonias from seeds, but since begonias are tiny they can be mixed with fine sand to ensure even seeding.	The begonia plant needs very careful care.	Pinch the top of the coral begonia regularly to encourage tillering and side-shoot formation.
In the plant world, there are about two thousand species of this plant.	Cultivation of tuberous begonias on closed loggias can begin in the second half of May.	With high air humidity, begonias will grow faster, but do not flatter yourself - high air humidity is tricky, and rot may begin.	Tuberous begonias do not immediately bloom with lush flowers, but they grow roots and stems for quite a long time, so you need to start germinating them early - in March.
However, some varieties of begonias have not only wonderful leaves, but also beautiful flowers: rather large, pink, slightly pubescent.	You cannot spray this begonia either - snow-white spots remain on the leaves, therefore, to increase air humidity, I put moss along the edges of the pot or put cups of water between	Begonia should be transplanted only if the pot in which it grows is already small for it.	With good care of begonias, they should bloom elegantly in May-June.
In this case, the leaves of the plant are washed with a soapy sponge and rinsed under a warm one. Also, begonias can infect pests, such as: spider mites, thrips or scale insects.	Care for blooming begonias constantly, keep the plant clean - remove wilted flowers and dried leaves.	Among begonias there are perennial grasses and annuals, dwarf shrubs and shrubs (very rarely "climbing") - the choice is huge.	The forum in the topic "begonias" accepts additions, comments and suggestions to this text.
At first, begonias seedlings develop very slowly, but every week the young plants grow faster and faster.	The first year of begonia has no dormant period and must overwinter on a windowsill with leaves.	The flower of a tuberous begonia is simple to terry in shape, and the color is from white to purple.	Begonias reproduce by leafy or stem cuttings, preferably in spring (but it is possible throughout the year), as well as by dividing the bush.
It is better to cover the begonia crops with glass to create a favorable microclimate.	Begonia can be affected by gray rot, powdery mildew.	Tuberous begonias are planted in fresh soil after a dormant period.	Begonia overwintered in the house in March should be cut shortly, fed, watered regularly and kept moist.

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How to store begonia in winter?

Begonia is a perennial plant, but in winter, tuberous varieties need rest, and they are quite demanding to maintain in winter. In order for a flower to delight you with flowering for a long time, it is necessary to properly care for it both in summer and winter.

Winter care for soil begonias tubers

Begonia tubers that live outdoors in summer grow to a larger size than those grown indoors in pots. They should be dug out at the onset of the first frost, but there is no need to rush - frosts will not kill them, and the tuber just at this time is gaining its main strength and mass, the basis for new shoots is laid. It is better to wait until the upper part dies off naturally, the stems wilt and the leaves fall off.

When this happens, the tubers must be dug out, cut off the remains of the stems, leaving no more than 1-2 cm, and placed in a box, without removing roots and soil to dry in a moderately warm, well-ventilated area.

Subtypes of flowers

Blooming begonias densely covered with inflorescences of various shades: white, pale yellow, orange, pale pink, scarlet, bright red. The texture of flowers is terry and semi-double.
Decorative deciduous varieties They are distinguished by a juicy green shade of leaves that have various shapes and sizes. This species does not have beautiful, decorative colors.
Tuberous begonias grow up to 50 cm in height, have a strong stem and large double flowers. Tuberous varieties are used for outdoor and home growing.

How to meet spring?

In early March, the plants wake up from hibernation.

The tubers should be removed and left in a warm room for a while to warm up.
Then treat the tubers with a potassium permanganate solution.
Before planting in the ground, it is advisable to germinate in wet sawdust or sand.
If buds have hatched on a medium-sized tuber, it can be divided into several parts.
Treat the sections with ash.
When spring night frosts are no longer scary, tuberous begonias are planted in open ground.

In the first days of spring, indoor plants are moved to the lightest windowsill in the house.
Little by little, they begin to resume the irrigation regime, gradually increasing the ambient temperature.
Before the start of the active growth phase, the plant can change the soil. It is easy to find out whether a flower needs this: the root system has filled the entire space of the pot. Begonia should be transplanted into a flowerpot with a diameter larger than the previous one, doing it carefully and carefully. There must certainly be a drainage layer at the bottom of the container.
In the spring, they begin to feed the flowers little by little. This is especially true for non-transplanted plants.
The soil in which they are located should be enriched with mineral fertilizers.

Watch a video about awakening tuberous begonias in spring:

Ornamental deciduous plants

The decorative deciduous varieties of begonias do not have a pronounced dormant period. They can grow equally well in winter and summer.

But due to the fact that daylight hours decreases in winter, natural light becomes insufficient for these plants.

Therefore, with intensive watering, they develop incorrectly, stretch and become thinner.

In order for decorative leafy begonia to grow more slowly in winter, the temperature of its content is reduced and watering is reduced.In winter, such varieties are kept at a temperature of about 16 ° C and are watered only when the top layer of soil in the pot dries up.

In winter, it is undesirable to keep decorative leafy begonia at room temperature., since at high temperatures (22-26 ° C), frequent watering of the plant is necessary.

To prevent the plant from stretching with frequent watering, you need to provide it with good lighting. But since even on the southern windows in winter there is not enough light for begonias, additional electric lighting will have to be arranged for at least 6 hours a day.

Features of the

If begonia is kept at a low temperature in winter, it should be watered very sparingly. The top layer of the earth must dry out between waterings to a depth of at least 3 cm, otherwise the roots of the plant rot very quickly.

At low temperatures, moisture should not be allowed on the leaves and stems of begonia.

Excessive moisture at low temperatures leads to fungal diseases of these flowers.

When keeping decorative leafy begonia in a heated room, it should be watered more often than during a cool winter, but much less often than in summer.

The ground surface should dry out between waterings.... You need to place the flower on the lightest window sill. Direct sun in winter will not harm the plant.

Do not place begonias near heating radiators. Near heating devices, the air becomes very dry in winter, and this is harmful to the plant. At low humidity, the leaves may begin to dry out.

To prevent this from happening, you should rearrange the begonia on the windowsill away from the radiators and take care of humidifying the air in the room. You can not spray the flower so that the water gets on the leaves, it is enough to spray moisture near the plant.

You can not transplant and reproduce begonias in the winter.

The disturbed root system of the plant is restored very slowly in winter. and is susceptible to disease. Cutting cuttings for rooting is not carried out in winter, since at this time they slowly take root and often rot.

Is it necessary to dig out during the cold season?

Begonia is a thermophilic plant. In the wild, it grows in countries where the climate is hot. Thanks to the selection work, the beauty is grown in the garden and on the windowsills by flower growers from Russia. In order for it to overwinter, do not cut the foliage in the first days of summer and do not dig up the tubers until severe frosts.
Autumn is an important stage in the life of a plant. It was at this time that it grows tubers, storing nutrients in them and forming buds for peduncles that will bloom next year. Therefore, there is no need to rush in organizing hibernation, but there is no need to delay.

TIP: For the winter, tubers are always dug out if the crop is growing in the garden. After drying, they are stored in paper bags in the refrigerator. Neglecting this procedure, they are not surprised at the death of garden begonia over the winter.

Features of cultivation in open soil

In the open air in temperate continental climates, tuberous begonia can only be grown as an annual crop. Rhizomes must be planted in the garden for the summer, and when the temperature drops, they must be dug into a flower container. Keep in winter time in a heated room.

You can take an alternative option that will save you time and money. The flower can be grown in garden pots or garden pots.

Begonia can be kept outdoors in the warm season.

During warmer months, the culture can be taken out onto the balcony or terrace. During a storm and during the winter, it is necessary to move the flowerpot indoors. The technique has its drawbacks - frequent changes in the microclimate will affect the production of buds. Terry tuberous begonia can form simple flowers instead of lush, velvety inflorescences.

For planting in the ground, you can purchase specially bred varieties with decorative foliage (bush) or ampelous representatives.

It is advisable to choose partial shade with diffused sunlight. The place must be located on the side of the site protected from wind and drafts.

Begonia pests

If the pests appeared on the begonias, the growing conditions were most likely violated. The plant can be susceptible to the invasion of various insects.

Begonia pests:

aphid;
shield, false shield;
spider mite.

To combat aphids, use a special soap or tobacco infusion. Dissolve 250 g of laundry soap in 10 liters of water.

Recipe for making tobacco infusion:

Dissolve 100 g of makhorka in 1 liter of warm water.
Insist 48 hours, drain.
Dilute 1: 2 with water.

Both solutions are used to spray plants.

To get rid of the scabbard and pseudo-scabbard, you need to clean the surface of the leaves with a soft brush, treat it with garlic infusion. 10 g of chopped garlic should be infused in 1 liter of water.

You can save a plant from a spider mite by spraying it with soapy water, and then washing it with water.

Begonia is a beautiful houseplant that even novice flower growers can cope with growing. You just need to follow some rules.

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Begonia diseases

If the conditions of detention are violated, begonia can get sick.

Diseases from which the plant suffers:

powdery mildew;
gray rot;
bacterial spotting;
ring spot.

Powdery mildew is characterized by the appearance of spots with a white bloom on the leaf plates. The affected areas turn brown and dry.

Means of dealing with powdery mildew:

spraying with a solution of colloidal sulfur;
use for the treatment of liquids consisting of soap and copper sulfate.

If you do not take action, then the disease will spread to the entire plant, which will lead to its death.

Cold season care for different species

Tuberous flowers are grown outdoors and in flowerpots on windowsills, and below we'll look at how you can save them. This species of begonias has a pronounced sleep period, but garden and houseplants overwinter under different conditions.

Garden

At the end of November, the tubers of the plant are carefully dug out of the open ground.
Cut off the stems, leaving no more than 2 cm. Shake off the rest of the earth and send it to dry in a warm, dry, ventilated room.
After 10-14 days, dried tubers are placed in a pre-prepared box for further storage. The optimum temperature and humidity regime for the normal conservation of natural material will be within the range of up to + 10 ° C and a humidity of 80%.
The tubers are found in a natural substrate, sand or peat, which is recommended to be periodically moistened.

Room

If tuberous begonia grows on windowsills, it is not removed from flowerpots for the winter.... In order for the plant to gain strength and energy for further development, it is necessary to provide suitable conditions:

Move to a dimly lit place in the house.
Decrease the temperature to + 15 ° С.
Watering every 10 days.
Maintain humidity 60-70%.
Do not apply fertilizer.
Do not transplant or propagate plants.
If the leaves and stems do not fade for the winter, you do not need to cut the begonia.
Insulate the begonia pot so that the root system of the flower does not get too cold.

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