Overview

Begonia (Hiemalis Group) 'Sara'PBR is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Begonia, part of the Begoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Begonia (Hiemalis Group) 'Sara'PBR grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.

About

Begonia (Hiemalis Group) 'Sara'PBR is a conservatory and houseplant begonia that produces flowers from June to October. It is multi-stemmed and rounded in habit with deciduous foliage, suited to sheltered indoor or glazed positions. Plant in neutral, loam-based compost that stays moist but drains freely and place in partial shade on a north, east or west aspect. As H1c (tender), it should be kept under cover for UK winters.

About the genus

Begonia is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Begoniaceae. The genus contains more than 2,000 different plant species, distributed primarily across tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Central and South America, with Africa considered the center of origin. Some species are commonly grown indoors as ornamental houseplants in cooler climates, or cultivated outside in summertime for their bright colorful flowers, which have petals but no sepals.

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In the garden

Begonia (Hiemalis Group) 'Sara'PBR is a cultivated begonia intended for glasshouse or indoor display and will carry its flowering display through June to October. The Hiemalis Group contains cultivars selected for reliable indoor performance; this particular selection forms a multi-stemmed, rounded plant with deciduous leaves and regular flowering when kept in suitable conditions. Sit 'Sara'PBR in partial shade and a sheltered position — north-, east- or west-facing exposures work well provided direct midday sun is avoided. Use a loam-based compost of neutral pH that remains moist but is well drained; over-wet, poorly draining mixes encourage rot. The UK hardiness rating H1c indicates a tender plant: it should remain in a conservatory, greenhouse or indoors through winter and can be moved outside to patios or sheltered borders in settled, frost-free summer weather. This begonia suits containers, courtyard and city planting where plants can be moved under cover, and informal borders where seasonal interest is wanted. Keep feed light during active growth, remove spent flower stems promptly and shift plants back under cover before the first frost to preserve buds for the following season.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Begonia

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

North-facing, West-facing, East-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1c

Plant details

Begonia (Hiemalis Group) 'Sara'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Begonia (Hiemalis Group) 'Sara'PBR

Propagation

Seed, stem, tip or leaf cuttings

Pest resistance

Caterpillars, mealy bugs, mites, glasshouse thrips, vine weevil, aphids

Disease resistance

Grey moulds, powdery mildews, stem rot, rhizome rot

Frequently asked questions

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