Begonia, Strawberry 4″

Little room is necessary for growing strawberry begonias. This tough little plant sends out runners similar to a strawberry plant, hence the common name.

Grow strawberry begonia plants in a brightly lit area, such as an east or west window not blocked by outdoor trees. This plant likes cool temperatures, 50 to 75 degrees F. (10-24 C.).
Care of the strawberry begonia houseplant includes watering sparingly and fertilizing monthly during the growing season. Let the soil dry out between waterings to an inch (2.5 cm.) deep and feed with a balanced houseplant food. Promote spring flowering by letting strawberry begonia plants rest for a few weeks in winter in a cool place. Withhold fertilizer and limit watering during this time to be rewarded with sprays of small, white flowers in spring when regular care is started again.

If you wish for more strawberry begonia plants, place small pots filled with moist soil under the runners and allow them to root, then snip the runner off from the mother plant.