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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Garden expert Helen Chesnut answers questions on keeping begonias blooming, growing carrots in containers, and whether snapdragons are difficult to grow for cut flowers. Rieger begonias, placed in ...

We independently select everything we recommend. Buying through us may earn us a commission, which supports our work. A. The most traditional choice would be a poinsettia. A nice thing about these ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

NIAGARA FALLS — Visitors at the Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse won’t be able to stop themselves from falling for begonias. Rieger Begonias are the centre of the park’s fall showcase, which runs until ...

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 ...