The 1,800-plus species and hybrids of the begonia family (Begoniaceae) give gardeners a wide selection of flower colors, leaf styles, and growth patterns. Begonias love humid habitats that offer some ...

Begonias (Begonia semperflorens-cultorum) are warm-season annuals with a long blooming period; the “semperflorens” part of the species name means “always flowering.” Another very useful characteristic ...

Every so often a new plant catches my eye, stopping me in my tracks at garden centers with their beauty. In truth, it happens more than I admit; like the dog distracted by squirrels, there are days ...

If you don't want the arrival of fall to bring an abrupt end to your beautiful garden display, you can always grow plants that will stay around a little longer. There are a number of fall-blooming ...

We will likely get even more rain this summer. It might be time to think about adding plants that can tolerate moist feet. Begonias are a good candidate. Many species will do well in Kona gardens. The ...

Begonias (Begonia sp.) are among some of the most common types of flowering plants you might see in a home garden. While often grown as houseplants, they also do well when planted in outdoor ...

This story originally appeared in January 2019. Denise Conklin’s first begonia came as a wedding present in 1965. Just like every other newlywed in her family who received a piece of the same plant, ...

An image shared online in December 2024 allegedly showed a blue flower known as the "Begonia 'Moonlight Butterfly,'" whose leaves resemble butterflies. Another version of the image was posted on ...

Now that the colder weather has arrived, it's important to start preparing your plants for the seasons ahead. Your begonias, no matter which type you have, will certainly need a helping hand. Although ...