Species angelwing begonia
Dark-green-pink leaves with a pink-green midribs.

angelwing begonia

Begonia 'Sinbad'

Angelwing begonias (Begonia 'Sinbad') are a luscious and eye-catching plant species. They’re easy to care for, yet beautiful enough to draw attention. These begonias are both drought and heat-resistant, making them suitable for any garden setting. They have large, glossy green foliage with burgundy highlights, and delicate white flowers. The light-pink, wavy petals of the 'Sinbad' variety give the plant its unique name, as they resemble the wings of an angel. With proper care, these begonias will provide year-round foliage and seasonal flower blossoms. Perfect for adding colour to a outdoor space or as a houseplant, angelwing begonias are an amazing addition to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Stem Propagation,Leaf Cutting,Division,Air Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

10 - 11

Flowers:

Pink Flowers

Sun:

part shade,part sun/part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

silver,green,gray,gray

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Angelwing begonias like to be kept moist but should never feel soggy or wet. During the growing season, water your begonia whenever the top couple inches of soil is dry. In the summer months, it’s best to water your begonia about twice a week but feel free to adjust the watering schedule depending upon how quickly the soil is drying out. During the winter months, water your begonia a little less, or about once a week. Always water Angelwing Begonias at the base of the plant so as to not get the foliage wet. Be careful to not overwater.

sunlight

Angelwing begonia requires medium to high levels of indirect sunlight. It prefers 4-6 hours of bright, indirect sunlight throughout the day. The best time for sunlight for this plant is in the morning or late afternoon from around 10am to 4pm. During the hottest part of the day, it should be shaded from the direct sun.

pruning

Pruning angelwing begonia (Begonia 'Sinbad') is generally done in order to promote more branching and promote fuller growth. Generally, pruning is recommended in the late spring or early summer after the plant has had a chance to put on some growth. Pruning should remove dead or weak stems and any shoots that are growing outside of the desired shape. Aim to remove no more than 1/3 of the stems when pruning angelwing begonia. Too much pruning could damage the plant and lead to fewer blossoms.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Begonia 'Sinbad' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

Starts Flowering

Begonia 'Sinbad' typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

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