26/05/2026
Today I’ve moved my Begonia Snow Cap and Begonia ‘Ginny Galaxy’ out into the shed to give them a bit of fresh air after being indoors in a terrarium setup for the last six weeks.
They’ve been doing really well in controlled humidity, and over the past week I’ve been slowly acclimating them to normal room conditions so they don’t get any shock from the change. Now that the weather is suitable, I’ve taken the next step and started introducing them to a more natural airflow environment under cover.
These aren’t true wild plants anymore – they’re highly ornamental, selectively bred begonia cultivars grown purely for their incredible foliage. The Ginny Galaxy especially has that dramatic, almost cosmic-looking leaf patterning that makes it stand out instantly.
Even though they’re classed as houseplants, most begonias naturally come from warm, humid, shaded environments outdoors. In the UK, the main issue is temperature drops at night, so I won’t be leaving them out overnight just yet – this is more about giving them airflow, light movement, and a gradual step closer to natural conditions.
Just easing them out of a controlled setup and letting them experience a bit more freedom and nature, while still keeping them protected.
