Begonia hybrida 'Pink Splash'
Short code: 9382
Height:
40cm/16"
Description:
A seed raised version of Dibley's Pink Shower. Masses of pink flowers cascade down the plant all summer. Each leaf has a fine but attractive red border. Ideal for pots and hanging baskets.
Common name: BegoniaSowing/Growing information | |
Sowing | Sow on to the surface of a moist free draining seed sowing compost in a 286 plug tray or similar size unit. Do not cover the seed and propagate at 20 to 25C. Germination should take place in 7 to 10 days. Maintain a temperature of 20C after germination. |
Growing | Continue to grow the seedlings on at 15C until they are established and fill the tray. Transfer to a 12 pack, 6 pack or 9cm pot and continue to grow on at 10 to 15C. Early February sowings will result in flowering plants for sale in late April / May. Later sowings made in April can be potted on into 1 litre pots for sales of more established flowering plants in late June. |
Flowering Period | June to September |
Hardiness | Half Hardy Annual |
Cropping | - |
Zone us | 3,4,5,6,7,8,9 |
Classification | |
Product | Seeds |
Genus | Begonia |
Variety | Pink Splash |
Groups | |
Containers & Baskets | YES |