Posted on: May 31, 2018 | Written By: Doug Oster |
I’ll be giving away ‘Bonfire’ begonia plants in four inch pots this Sunday June 3, 1 p.m. at Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse in McDonald. I’ll also be giving a free container gardening demonstration.
I’ve worked a few years to make this happen as I love ‘Bonfire.’ It’s has beautiful orange tubular flowers and a weeping habit that makes it perfect for containers, hanging baskets and growing on pedestals. I want you to be able to enjoy this plant, just like I have. It’s easy to grow, not fussy at all and the tuber can actually be saved at the end of the season.
I befriended plant breeder extraordinaire Anthony Tesselaar when he visited Pittsburgh a few years ago. I was telling him how much I loved ‘Bonfire’ and he stopped me short, saying he had introduced it to the market. Since then I’ve been on a mission to get the plant into more gardeners hands.
Last season, I told Russ Bedner of my dream and when I visited the greenhouse earlier this year his father Bob surprised me, showing me a table filled with the plants.
I can’t wait to give you one. You’re also welcome to buy a couple after receiving the free gift.
Bedner’s Farm and Greenhouse is located at 315 Coleman Rd. in McDonald, Pa. Call 724-926-2541 for more information.
See you there!