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Striped Begonia

Begonia listada · Shrub

Hardiness
None Not rated by RHS (to None)
Position
Partial shade
Height × Spread
50 cm × —
Soil
well-drained growing medium that is neither constantly wet nor allowed to dry out completely
Flowering
June–August
Toxicity
potentially toxic in large quantities due to the prevalence of oxalic acid

The Gardening Year

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Watch out for

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation and treat with a sulphur-based fungicide.

Root rot: Water only when the topsoil is dry and ensure pots have drainage holes.

Aphids: Squash by hand or spray with insecticidal soap.

Red spider mites: Increase humidity and wash foliage with water to dislodge pests.

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