B. ‘Aphrodite series 2’

A series of mounding-trailing Hiemalis Begonia designed for use outdoors.

• Classification: Cultivar
• Plant Type: Hiemalis
• Origin: Europe, Germany
• Originator: Mikkelsen

http://www.plantpeddler.com/assets/files/Culture%20Sheets/begonia%20culture%202.pdf Suggested crop timing: 3.5" ­ 4.5", 1 ppp, 6 ­ 9 weeks non­pinched 6"­ 6.5", 2 ­ 3 ppp, 9 ­ 12 weeks non­pinched 7"­ 8", 3 ­ 4 ppp, 9 ­ 12 weeks non­pinched 10" & up, 4 ­ 5+ ppp, 10 ­ 14 weeks non­pinched Unfortunately climate restricts both tuber production and specimen plant growth in the Midwest and southern areas of North America, although plants from the newer hybrid seed lines are more tolerant of warmer temperatures. Flowering is dependent upon the continuous formation of new leaves, as flowers are initiated in the leaf axils. Both leaves and flowers are initiated under a 12-hour or longer photoperiod. At sun to bright shade