Angel Wing Begonia is a lovely specimen plant with clusters of pink flowers. It is a perennial Begonia that flowers all year, adding color to a shady area. It is a taller Begonia that is easy to care for.
How to care for Angel Wing Begonia
Light. Partial to full shade. A spot with several hours of morning sun is ideal.
Water. Keep the soil lightly moist, never soggy. Begonias rot when overwatered, so avoid spots where water stands.
Soil and feeding. Use loose, well-drained soil, or Potting Soil in containers. Feed several times a year with a controlled-release fertilizer.
Size. Grows to about 5 ft, with upright, cane-like stems.
Pruning. Cut back leggy stems. Light, occasional pruning brings new growth and more flowers.
Problems to watch. Mealybugs, scale, mites and whiteflies; treat with Insecticidal Soap. Watch for powdery mildew, leaf spot and slugs; give plants good air flow.
Good to know. Angel wing begonias bloom year-round in South Florida. Protect them from frost.
Sources: UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions: Begonias
