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Begonia (cuttings)
The second batch, sharing a tray with Tinywine and Barbara, 30 Sept 2026

Begonia (cuttings)

Begonia

Three cuttings from the Begonia (likely Elatior type), rooting in a covered propagator tray.

Common name
Begonia (cuttings)
Section
Propagation
Spot
Indoors (the Propagatrix)
Soil
Standard potting mix
Options
Potential

If established, separate flowering pot plants or material for experimental bonsai-style forms.

From
Own cuttings (from the begonia), Sep 2026
Age
New this year
Next repot
Around Apr 2027
Edible
❌ No: Toxic to pets, especially the roots.
Hardy
❌ No: indoors all winter
Garden-centre price
about £3
RHS guide

Care & updates

Next root check
Nov 2026
What to expect
Steady growth from spring to late summer, then a winter rest. New leaves every few weeks in the growing season.
Feeding
Every 14 days, May–Aug, with Tomato feed (high potash), half strength
  1. Cuttings taken

    A second batch taken on 30 Sep 2026, sharing a tray with the Tinywine and Barbara cuttings.

  2. Observation

    Three cuttings taken from the Begonia and set in a propagator tray with a clear lid, sharing the tray with three New Guinea impatiens cuttings. Flowers and lower leaves removed.

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