�group called wax begonia, with its shiny or waxy leaves. Flowers range from red and pink shades to white, arid may be single or double. Grow wax begonias indoors or out. Must fibrous-rooted kinds grow about a foot tail; the popular angel-wing begonia stretches higher.Begonias grown primarily for their beautiful foliage belong to the rhizomatous rex group. Hairy, textured leaves arise from their short rhizomes. Foliage color may be purple and green, silver and green, or the distinctive rich chocolate and green of the iron cross begonia. Provide filtered light for the glamorous rex begonias all year long.Tuberous begonias rank among the showiest of flowering plants. Flowers range in size from three to eight inches in diameter, and come in double and single form with plain, ruffled, and frilled petals. Colors available include apricot, orange, salmon, yellow, crimson, scarlet, pink, rose, and white. Hang this trailing begonia outside for summer-long pleasure. It delights in fresh, clean air.LightMost begonias don't like too much sun. They do well in open shade or with some early east sun. They withstand some winter sun better than hot summer sun, which should be filtered. For the most blooms, grow wax begonias in a sunny window during the winter when the sun is less intense.WaterKeep the soil evenly moist; avoid extremes of too wet or too dry. Water as soon as soil surface feels dry. Good drainage is essential; waterlogged soil will rot roots.Special helpsPot up begonias in a loose soil mixture containing plenty of organic matter. Use two parts compost or other available organic matter, one part perlite or coarse sand, and one part good garden loam.Use care in fertilizing- a slow-release type of houseplant food works best. Give a light feeding every couple of weeks when begonias are blooming.Indoor Gardening: Begonias
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