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    Default Begonia Species

    In domes because of their need of about 70% humidity

    Begonia burkilli

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    Begonia U512 - in bud
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    nice pictures of beautiful plants. Thank you, Cathy.

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    These were taken without domes removed.

    Begonia U555

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    Begonia U521
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    Begonia U555
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    Thanks Peter

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    Those U were they unknown species/hybrids? They've very vibrant colours. I propagate mine in enclosed containers too.

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    Really cool. I especially like the final one in bud in the first posting.

    cheers,
    BD

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    The American begonia society assigns U numbers until they are properly named. So these are all known species with only a U number for now.

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    Quote Originally Posted by cdayinflorida View Post
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    Just LOVELY!!!

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    Cathy, do your orchids get jealous when you take pictures of the begonias?

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