Does Begonia prefer shade or sun?

Does Begonia prefer shade or sun?

Begonia is a sun-loving plant native to the tropical regions of Brazil and widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers a cool, humid, well-lit growing environment and mostly grows in humid areas at low latitudes and high altitudes.

Does Begonia like the sun?

Although Begonia loves light, the plant has a high demand for light for growth. The best daily light time is more than 6 hours, and the plant cannot be without light for a long time.

Begonias cannot be exposed to the sun in the summer. It is best to place the plants in a cool, rain-proof place, shade them by about 40%, and gradually reduce the amount of watering.

Is Begonia shade tolerant?

Begonia is not shade-tolerant and is sensitive to light. Light is a form of energy for it. If it grows in a shady environment for a long time, the plant will not grow well and will be prone to diseases and pests.

Begonia growing environment

Begonia prefers slightly acidic soil, and loose, breathable and well-drained soil is the best. It can be maintained with leaf mold, river sand and bean cake fertilizer. The plant can grow well in an environment of 20-25℃.

Begonia likes moisture and is afraid of waterlogging. When watering, you can follow the principle of "watering when dry and watering when wet". Otherwise, water will accumulate in the soil, which may cause root rot of the plant in severe cases. It is best to ensure that the soil alternates between dry and wet.