Elatior begonia (Begonia x hiemalis) is a fast-growing flowering plant with fleshy, heart-shaped green foliage and blossoms that come in vibrant yellow, orange, red, pink, coral, and white colors.

The rex begonia is sometimes referred to as the fancy-leaf begonia or painted-leaf begonia, and for good reason. These ...

Begonias belong to a large family of plants widely distributed in the warm regions of the world. None of them are hardy in this area. Many make excellent house plants. A great many species have been ...

With over 1,800 species and hybrids, begonias are a staple plant in homes and gardens across the country. From the cane begonias with their delicate drooping blooms to the bold rex begonias with their ...

When you picture a begonia, you probably imagine the pink or red perennial that blooms in flower boxes and on suburban lawns. However, there are actually more than 2,000 types of begonias, and many of ...

Adding new flowers to the yard is one of the most fun parts of gardening, but not every flower works in every spot. Some plants need full sun, some can handle morning sun and afternoon shade, while ...

Bounteous begonias deserve a featured place in our landscaping. Their sheer variety, adaptability and ease of care make them suitable for subtropical gardens. In South Florida, they are a gardener’s ...

OREGON-BORN PLANTSWOMAN Ann Amato dates her love of begonias to childhood and an antique majolica bowl embellished with a begonia leaf that her grandmother owned, a precious family heirloom that was ...

Last month was brightened with gifts from readers, in the form of lively correspondence and interesting photos. For your stories of adventures with plants, I thank you. Alternative begonia care.

Irene Nuss recalls running across the wet lawn of her Los Angeles house in the dark, flashlight in hand, to see if her begonia plant had female flowers. If it did, a world of possibilities loomed. She ...