The Benary ‘Big Begonia’ series are a hit, “begonias on steroids”, some gardeners may say. Individual flowers are twice that of other bedding begonias. Colors are vivid with three cultivars currently available . ‘Big Rose Bronze Leaf’ is my personal favorite. (pictured) Begonias grow best in well drained, humus-rich garden soil. Provide tender -loving care […]
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Big Begonias
Posted by Hugh on January 4th, 2010
Posted in Begonia, Disease resistant, Drought tolerant, Flowers, Southern Appalachian Region, Spring flowering, Summer flowering, Summer heat tolerant, watering tips 
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Posted by Hugh on January 4th, 2010
Tired of marigolds and petunias? Angelonias (A. angustifolia) are superior summer garden annuals. Angelonias require very little care. They possess superior heat and drought tolerance. I prefer the Serena series (seed produced type) because local greenhouse growers produce and sell them more cheaply. Vegetative (cutting) type angelonias grow taller, are heavy bloomers, and are more […]
