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Begonia Chanson Pink & White Bicolor F1 |
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Begonia semperflorens Lotto Mixed F1 Hybrid |
Trailing stems up to 45cm (18in). An outstanding basket variety producing long trailing stems, smothered in large double and semi-double Camelia-like flowers, in two spectacular bicolour shades. Ideal for filling baskets, window boxes or Flower Pouches™ with colour, from July right though to October. Height 23-30cm (9-12in). Stems trail to 80cm (32in) in length.
| Sowing time: | 3 to 4 months before last frost. Do not sow before late winter when day length is 12 hours or more. |
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Sow seeds on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed sowing mix in pots or trays. Do not cover the seed. Place in a propagator or warm place, and keep at a temperature of around 24-27C (75-80F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the sowing mix moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually take 15-60 days.
Caution: Dust-like seeds. To open, hold over a sheet of white paper, cut along three sides of inner pack and carefully open out flat. Tap the packet gently to dislodge seed.
When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays. When well grown, pot on into hanging baskets or Flower Pouches.
Gradually acclimatize young plants to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 15-20cm (6-8in) apart, or plant into baskets and containers. For best results, provide a rich, light, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade.