Can rex begonia be propagated?

Rex begonias are not only beautiful and elegant, they’re also easy to propagate from leaf cuttings.

How long does it take to propagate rex begonia?

Take a shape knife and cut the middle of each vein. Press the cut vein against the soil and spread some rooting hormone there. Keep the soil moist, but not too wet. After 2-3 weeks seedlings pop from the cut part of the leaves.

Will rex begonia root in water?

Even the fancy rex begonias and tuberous begonias will grow in water, and only a single leaf is necessary to start a whole new plant. It may take a couple of months for roots to form, and it’s wise to perform weekly water changes to prevent bacteria that can lead to rot.

How long does it take for a begonia cutting to root?

Mist the soil as needed, so the cuttings stay moist, but don’t keep them so wet that water stands on them. This could invite disease or rot. You should see roots starting to form in 3 or 4 weeks. In 6 to 8 weeks from the time you started, you’ll have baby plantlets ready to move into the garden or containers.

How long do it take to propagate begonias?

Can you divide rex begonias?

Rex Begonias are not difficult to divide and propagate, which comes in handy as individual plants usually don’t have a very long lifespan. By dividing/propagating plants you can continue to enjoy them throughout the years.

How long do begonia cuttings take to root?

How long do rex begonias live?

around two to three years
Like most begonias, your rex begonia will likely live around two to three years. Propagation is a good way to get more plants from your original rex begonia.

What can I do with leggy rex begonia?

Pinching back your begonias is the first step to correct legginess. For small plants on windowsills, or seedlings for the garden, pinching out the tiny new leaves on the growing tips of the begonias will force new growth along the stem and encourage dense, compact plants.