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Pendula Red

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Product Information
🚚 Shipping Starts: 3rd week of March '24
📦 Quantity per Package: 1 Bulb

Specifications
☀️ Light Required: Partial Sun / Partial Shade
🌷 Height: 8"
🌸 Blooming Period: Jul - Oct
🌱 Bulb Size: 6/+
Planting Distance: 10"
Planting Depth: 1"
📍 Hardiness Zone: Zone 9-10
🦌 Deer Resistant: Yes
💐 Minimum Bulbs for Effect: 2-3
Pendula Red

About Pendula Red

The Begonia Pendula Red is a stunning addition to any garden or indoor space. With its cascading stems and vibrant red flowers, this plant is sure to make a statement.

  • Perfect for hanging baskets or as a trailing plant
  • Vibrant red flowers that bloom all season long
  • Easy to care for and maintain
  • Produces huge double blooms of 6 inches across

How to care for Pendula Red

  • Choose a spot with well-drained soil and partial shade
  • Dig a hole that is slightly larger than the root ball
  • Carefully remove the plant from its container and place it in the hole
  • Backfill with soil and water well
  • Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer
  • Pinch back the tips of the plant to encourage bushier growth

Frequently Asked Questions

Planting Pendula Red begonia bulbs is an easy process that promises beautiful, cascading blooms in your garden.

• Begin by selecting a well-draining location with partial to full shade.
• Prepare the soil by loosening it and incorporating organic matter such as compost or peat moss to improve drainage and nutrient content.
• Plant the bulbs about 1-2 inches deep and 6-8 inches apart, with the concave side facing up.
• Water the area thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season.
• For optimal growth, apply a slow-release fertilizer or balanced liquid fertilizer at the recommended rates.

Pendula Red begonias will reward you with stunning pink flowers that can be enjoyed throughout the summer months.

The best time to plant Pendula Red begonia bulbs is in the spring when the soil temperature has reached at least 50°F (10°C). Typically, this occurs after the last frost in your area. By planting in spring, you give the bulbs enough time to establish their roots before the hot summer months arrive.

This timing ensures that your begonias will have a strong foundation and will be able to produce an abundance of vibrant pink blooms throughout the summer season.

Proper care for your Pendula Red begonias after they bloom will ensure the health and longevity of your plants. Begin by removing spent flowers to encourage new blooms and prevent the plant from expending energy on seed production.

Continue to water and fertilize your begonias throughout the growing season to support their overall health. As autumn approaches and temperatures drop, reduce watering and allow the foliage to die back naturally. In colder climates, dig up the bulbs, clean them, and store them in a cool, dry place until it's time to replant them in spring.

In areas with mild winters, such as in USDA hardiness zone 9 and up, it is possible to leave the begonias year-round in the ground.

Pendula Red begonia bulbs are not considered deer-resistant plants. While deer may not specifically target begonias, they may still browse them if other food sources are scarce.

To protect your Pendula Red begonias from deer, consider using physical barriers such as fencing or planting them in raised beds. Additionally, you can employ deer-repellent sprays or plant deer-resistant companion plants around your begonias to deter deer from feasting on your beautiful blooms.

Yes, Pendula Red begonia bulbs can be successfully grown in containers, making them an excellent choice for those with limited garden space or who want to add a burst of color to their patios or balconies. Select a container with drainage holes and fill it with a well-draining, high-quality potting mix.

Plant the bulbs 1-2 inches deep and 6-8 inches apart, with the concave side facing up. Water the container thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture throughout the growing season. Apply a slow-release or liquid fertilizer according to the manufacturer's instructions to support healthy growth.

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