Begonia 'Torch Pink'

With choosing houseplants we ponder the aspects of foliage, flower, and ease of care.  Begonia 'Torch Pink', easily falls, and is rated high in all three of these categories.  The large glossy leaves with reddish-purple undersides shine bright and are attractive enough if the plant had no blooms.  The blooms burst forth in abundant clusters and are a soothing pink that doesn't take away from the beauty of the leaves.  The leaves and the flowers coupled with a simple water and fertilizer schedule make this an outstanding plant for the home or atrium.  'Torch Pink' is a moderate grower that will increase size quickly when fertilized every week; to slow growth spread out fertilizer applications.
Mature Plant Size: 4' Tall, 24"-30 Spread  
Bloom Time: Year round
Light Exposure: Partial to Full Shade (will tip burn in sun)
Soil Type/pH: Well-drained/5.5-7.0
Water: Allow top inch of soil to dry before watering.  Water until some comes out of the drainage hole(s).
Hardiness Zones: 10-11 (Tropical Regions, Houseplant Elsewhere)
Container Size: 4.5" Pot
Fertilizer: Every two weeks with an all-purpose liquid feed.   When, feeding make sure the soil is moist and water until some fertilizer water escapes the drainage hole.  If the soil is dry, plain water, until some washes through the drainage hole, then wait a few hours to get the entire medium hydrated.  Watering plants with a liquid fertilizer, especially begonias, when the soil is dry can result in burn; never fertilize wilted plants of any type.