East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
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Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Tuberous begonias are renowned for their bright colours and long flowering season. Male and female flowers are borne separately on the same plant, with male flowers being more elaborate than the female. Tuberous begonias produce masses of flowers, and are ideal for growing in baskets and pots.
Begonia boliviensis ‘Crackling Fire Pink’ is a vigorous, tuberous begonia, bearing masses of pretty orange flowers throughout summer and into autumn. ‘Crackling Fire Pink’ grows well in sun and shade, and is perfect for growing in pots. There are six begonias in the Crackling Fire series to choose from: ‘Creamy Yellow’, ‘Orange’, ‘Pink’, ‘Red’, ‘Yellow’ and ‘White’. For best results keep plants well watered, and feed fortnightly with a high-potash fertiliser to prolong flowering. Lift tubers in autumn, before the first frosts, and store in barely moist soil or sand in a frost-free shed. Water the tubers occasionally to stop them drying up.
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Begonia ‘Crackling fire pink’ and wildlife
Begonia ‘Crackling fire pink’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Begonia ‘Crackling fire pink’ poisonous?
Begonia ‘Crackling fire pink’ causes an upset stomach and is harmful if ingested. Its roots are toxic.
