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Begonias are indespensable bedding plants. Few
plants are more reliable then wax begonias for producing nonstop flowers
on easy-care plants in bright or shady locations. There are many
varieties of begonias producing red, scarlet, pink, rose or white
flowers. Their attractive waxy leaves may be green, bronze or brownish.
Most of the begonia varieties produce weather-resistant, compact plants,
making them excellent for use in edgings, mass plantings, window boxes
and in planters or containers. Begonias can also be grown as indoor
plants.
Most wax begonias do best in partial shade. In deep shade begonias
stretch and flower poorly. Bronze-leafed varieties tolerate heat and sun
best. They prefer rich, moist well-drained soil. If cut back by
one-third and potted up in the fall, begonias will bloom indoors all
winter. Actually wax begonias are tender perennials.
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