Growing guide · Houseplants and herbs
Begonias
Begonia
Flowering and patterned-leaf kinds; they like part shade and humid air.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light | part shade | [1] |
| Temperature | not below 13 °C (55 °F) | [1] |
| pH | 5.5–6.5 | [1] |
| Humidity | humid; Rex begonias above 75 % | [1] |
| Plant size | most 20–60 cm (8 in.–2 ft) | [1] |
| Toxicity and pets | low toxicity; vomiting and drooling in cats and dogs, roots most toxic | [1] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.