How much water does Wax begonia need?

Wax begonia has a moderate water requirement.

What light does Wax begonia need?

Wax begonia prefers to grow in partial shade.

Is Wax begonia frost-hardy?

Wax begonia is not frost-hardy.

Wax begonia

Begonia semperflorens · Begonias · Begonia family

Also known as: Bedding Begonia · Everblooming Begonia

Easy15–30cmNot pet-safe

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Wax begonia care at a glance

Wax begonia (Begonia semperflorens) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade.

Water need: Medium
Light: Partial shade
Soil moisture: Evenly moist
Nutrients: Medium
Life cycle: Perennial

Pests, Diseases, Toxicity & Weather on Wax begonia

Possible pests on Wax begonia include Mealybugs, Whitefly, Aphids and Spider mites. A common disease is Pythium root rot. Also possible: Grey mould. Wax begonia is toxic to cats and dogs.

Pest

Mealybugs Medium
Whitefly Medium
Aphids Medium
Thrips Low
Spider mites Medium

Disease

Pythium root rot High
Grey mould Medium

Toxicity

Soluble oxalates / oxalic acid Medium

Weather

Frost damage High

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Frequently asked questions about Wax begonia

Which pests affect Wax begonia?: Possible pests on Wax begonia include Mealybugs, Whitefly, Aphids and Spider mites.
Which diseases affect Wax begonia?: A common disease is Pythium root rot. Also possible: Grey mould.
Is Wax begonia toxic to cats and dogs?: Wax begonia is toxic to cats and dogs.
How much water does Wax begonia need?: Wax begonia has a moderate water requirement.
What light does Wax begonia need?: Wax begonia prefers to grow in partial shade.
Is Wax begonia frost-hardy?: Wax begonia is not frost-hardy.