Begonias are beautiful tropical plants perfect for growing in shade gardens or under a shady porch. Many gardeners love begonias for their gorgeous, brightly-colored blossoms in various hues, ...

Elatior begonia (Begonia x hiemalis) is a fast-growing flowering plant with fleshy, heart-shaped green foliage and blossoms that come in vibrant yellow, orange, red, pink, coral, and white colors.

Q: I love Nonstop begonias in shaded planters. I've seen seed for sale in catalogs. Are they difficult to grow from seed? - L. Hanson, Jamestown, N.D. A: Although potted Nonstop begonias are easily ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Begonias are one of the largest groups of flowering plants with more than 2,000 species and more than ...

Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now. Begonias can be such fun, and Tiny Pink begonia (Begonia foliosa var. putzeysiana) is one of the more enchanting types. This begonia ...

There are more than 1,300 species in the begonia plant family. Many have showy flowers; several are popular as outdoor garden plants. Rex begonias, however, are famous only for their foliage. Rex ...

The River Nile begonia is a popular houseplant in central Ohio. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. River Nile begonias are a member of the Rex begonia clan. Rex begonias have ...

Propagating begonias is simple and rewarding, helping you create endless lush blooms from just a few healthy plants. Spring and early summer are the best times to take cuttings since begonias grow ...

Begonias are a favorite garden plant and one that we often want to save from year to year. While the bedding wax begonias are relatively inexpensive and easy to obtain, other begonias are worth saving ...

Add some pattern to your houseplant collection. Fact checked by Emily Peterson There's nothing we love more than a striking and easy-to-care-for houseplant. Enter: the polka dot begonia! These spotted ...

I have had a wonderful time over the years propagating plants of various kinds. It gives me so much pleasure to take a leaf, a seed or a branch and watch it grow into a replica of the original plant.

In zones 7 and below, dig tuberous begonias before frost, dry, and store tubers above 45°F. Pot wax begonias and bring them indoors or keep them in a cool, frost-free garage until spring. Keep stored ...