Rieger begonias (Begonia x hiemalis) are a winter- and spring-flowering plant. These upright plants have large, 3- to 4-inch, dark-green leaves with heavy, pronounced veining. The leaf petioles are ...

Growth habit: An evergreen perennial with asymmetrical leaves on upright to trailing plants; grows to 12 inches tall. Light: Shade to filtered sun. Water needs: Moisten when the surface soil begins to ...

I'm also talking Rieger begonias, or botanically speaking Begonia x hiemalis ― I’ll chase that rabbit in a minute. When Proven Winners tossed some Solenia begonias my way to trial, I was beyond ...

Begonias are an underappreciated plant. There are so many types, forms and sizes that there’s one for every pot of annuals or in-ground planting scheme. Some thrive, even flower, in deep shade and ...

Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. A. The most traditional ...

State College, Pennsylvania, home of Penn State University, has a growing season of just over 150 days, so it looks like I have a begonia home run from that comparison. But in Columbus, Georgia, our ...

It doesn't matter if you already have an expansive indoor plant collection or if you're just getting started with your indoor garden, there is a begonia for every home. With their unique textures and ...

Stock -Matthiola incana is actually related to cabbage and broccoli, so it is a true biennial. For gardeners in Arkansas, we usually can find a few plants in late winter/ early spring to give us a ...

Dear Helen: What can be done with a Rieger begonia once the plant stops blooming? I have clipped off the last faded flowers. Is there any way to keep the plant in good condition, hopefully to bloom ...

I have always grown plants in my home. From my first college dorm room to my single-life apartments and current home, there has been a spot for houseplants. And why not? Growing plants indoors helps ...