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Begonia 'Irene Nuss' - S1
Begonia 'Irene Nuss' - S1
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Begonia 'Irene Nuss'

Begonia superba hyb.
Bred by renowned begonia hybridizer Irene Nuss, who never collected royalties but did collect many gardening friends, this namesake cane begonia debuted circa 1965. A classic cane-type begonia, 'Irene Nuss' has tall, strong stems, jagged leaves in a beautiful bronze green, and large graceful trusses of bloom that flower for months on end.
SKU #P8597

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Shipped As
Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Annual; tender perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
9,
10
Annual Hardiness
Tender Annual
Mature Size
2' h x 1.5-2' w
Sun
Partial shade
Soil
Rich, moist, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Pendant clusters of rose pink
Features
Great for containers
Deer Resistant
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After frost, when nighttime temperatures remain above 55°F.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Begonia effortlessly lights up shady areas with lush leaves and masses of flowers, lovely as a summer container plant or edging beds. However, it must have good drainage to thrive. If transplanting fibrous begonias into pots, plant slightly deeper to encourage the growth of new roots and stems. Bring inside for the winter when nighttime temperatures drop below 50°F.
Final Spacing:
1.5-2'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Allow the soil to dry 1" down in small pots, 2" down from surface of larger pots before watering throughly. Avoid overwatering, which can cause root rots. Water early mornings if placed in sunnier areas to avoid leaf scorch.
Soil pH:
Acidic to neutral (6.0-7.0).
Fertilizer:
Top dress in spring with a slow-release organic all-purpose fertilizer and again in midsummer.
Diseases & Pests:
Mealy bugs, whitefly, and slugs may attack begonias. Spray with insecticidal soap. Slugs can be controlled with iron phosphate slug bait pellets on the soil around the plant. Leaf and root disease can occur during wet weather. Provide air circulation and be sure not to overwater.