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Begonia Illumination Apricot Shades Improved 6 Plug Plants - Ideal for Hanging Baskets, Patio Containers & Window Boxes

Begonia Illumination Apricot Shades Improved 6 Plug Plants - Ideal for Hanging Baskets, Patio Containers & Window Boxes

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Begonia Illumination Apricot Shades Improved 6 Plug Plants - Ideal for Hanging Baskets, Patio Containers & Window Boxes
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Begonia Illumination Apricot Shades Improved 6 Plug Plants - Ideal for Hanging Baskets, Patio Containers & Window Boxes

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    Begonia Illumination Apricot Shades improved stunning non-stop colour with large cascading, double blooms that will spill over your containers from June to October. With stunning flower shades of apricot and orange that reach 6-10cm in diameter this variety will last well into the autumn. For the best display place the plants in a sunny or semi shaded area. This plant is best grown in hanging baskets or window boxes to show off its trailing habit. Height: 30cm (12”). Spread: 45cm (18”).Begonia plugs can be planted straight into flower pouches but are best potted on first and grown on in bright, frost-free conditions if they are to be displayed in baskets, window boxes, pots and beds. Begonia plants can be transplanted into their final containers once they have increased in size. When all risk of frost has passed, acclimatise begonia plants to outdoor conditions over a period of 7 to 10 days, before placing them in their final positions. Choose a sunny or semi shaded position that is protected from strong winds. Feed and water plants frequently throughout the growing season taking care not to over-water, as this will cause new begonia flower buds to drop. Deadhead the single female begonia flowers to encourage more of the large double male flowers to be produced and to extend the flowering period.Position: Sun or Semi ShadeHeight Up To: 30cm (12”).Spread Up To: 45cm (18”).Supplied as Begonia Illumination Apricot Shades Improved 10x Plug Plants.Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply, but can vary due to seasonality changes and may not be the exact variety.

    • Plant between Summer
    • Flowering period - Summer

    Features and benefits

    • Apricot Shades Improved' offers more colors and 50% more color-edged picotees.
    • Large, cascading, double blooms in apricot and orange from June to October.
    • Thrives in sunny or semi-shaded areas, ensuring beautiful displays in any weather.
    • Ideal for hanging baskets, window boxes, and Flower Pouches™, creating impressive displays in any corner.

    Specifications

    VarietyBegonia
    Flower colourOrange
    Attracts pollinatorsAttracts pollinators
    Flowering periodSummer
    Planting periodSummer
    Life spanAnnual
    Plant positionSunny areas
    Soil typeAny type of soil
    Soil moistureMoist, fertile & well drained
    Maintenance requiredLow
    Plant hardiness typeFrost tender
    HardinessH1b - Can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15°C)
    Product code5057554246182