How often should an elatior begonia be watered?
The root ball of an Elatior begonia should never dry out completely, but these begonias are also extremely sensitive to waterlogging. You should therefore water the plants in the pot regularly, but generally rather sparingly. Daily watering is not necessary, the surface should be well dried before watering again.
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When and how can the elatior begonia be repotted without problems?
Since the plants grow relatively compact, repotting is usually not necessary due to the plant growth. But it doesn't hurt if you carefully shake off the old substrate from the root ball about once a year at any time and place the plants in fresh potting soil. Since the commercially available potting soil is usually already a little pre-fertilized, you can forego additional fertilization for a few weeks.
Should this type of begonia be pruned?
A pruning is actually not necessary with these plants, as they grow very compact anyway. If necessary, however, cuttings can be cut for propagation. Wilted leaves and flowers should be collected regularly.
How can pests be kept away from the elatior begonias?
Aphids and thrips can sometimes develop into a problem on the elatior begonias. These can be removed either with appropriate chemical agents or mechanically by washing or wiping. If you can see damage caused by the vine weevil on the leaves, you should collect the nocturnal beetles at night with a flashlight.
Which diseases can occur with the elatior begonias?
Mostly, care errors such as a wrong location lead to deficiency symptoms and an increased susceptibility such as fungal diseases. If a specimen is already heavily infested with powdery mildew, it should be disposed of in case of doubt so that other plants cannot be infected.
How are Elatior begonias optimally fertilized?
During the summer months, the Elatior begonias should receive sparingly dosed liquid fertilizer with the irrigation water about every two to four weeks.
How are Elatior begonias best cared for in winter?
Since these begonia species are designated indoor plants, the following conditions should apply all year round:
- even temperatures between 15 and 22 degrees Celsius
- sufficient daylight
- no location in the blazing sun
- even moisture without waterlogging
- If possible, no dry and warm heating air or drafts
Tips
Elatior begonia can be propagated relatively easily using cuttings, which, under suitable conditions, form their own roots within a few weeks.
