Grow neat, uniform colour in beds, edging and containers with Begonia Sprint Plus Maxi Mix Seeds. This compact annual wax begonia develops quickly and flowers evenly for a polished mixed display.
Ready to grow begonias? Follow our step-by-step Begonia Grow Guide for sowing, germination and care advice.
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Compact frost-tender wax begonia, usually grown as an annual
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Scientific Name: Begonia semperflorens F1 Sprint Plus
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Mix Identity: Colour composition is not confirmed; individual colours are not listed
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Seed Form: Pelleted seed
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General Sowing Time: Under protection from late winter into spring; plant out after frost
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Position: Sun or partial shade after hardening; afternoon protection in very hot areas
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Sow Depth: Surface sow; do not cover
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Light for Germination: Required
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Germination Temperature: 22 to 24°C
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Germination: 6 to 8 days to radicle emergence
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Pretreatment: None; place first, then wet the pellet thoroughly
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Spacing: 20 to 25 cm apart
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Height: Approximately 20 to 25 cm
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Flower Outcome: Compact, uniform bedding and container colour
Why Grow This Variety
- Fast, uniform growth for a consistent bedding display.
- Broad colour mix gives an easy multi-colour effect.
- Compact plants suit flower beds, edging and containers.
- Good option for gardeners wanting quick, neat annual colour.
Garden Uses
Use Sprint Plus Maxi Mix in bedding schemes, patio pots or compact borders where uniform growth and a mixed colour palette are useful.
Growing Notes
- Surface sow one pellet per clean cell on pre-moistened, fine, low-salt mix; do not cover.
- Use light at 22 to 24°C and keep the pellet evenly moist until emergence in about 6 to 8 days.
- Pot on after true leaves form, feed lightly and harden gradually before planting outside after frost.
- Space 20 to 25 cm apart in beds or containers and use afternoon protection in very hot areas.
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