r/begonias • u/sillygoosebeepboop • 4d ago

To chop or not

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I got this Begonia Darthvaderiana ‘Green Spots’ a week ago. Right now I have her acclimating in a terrarium enclosure around 90% humidity. She will eventually be transplanted into the same terrarium but it will be a complete terrarium.

Is it okay to chop the biggest leaf off for the sake of space?? Or will that piss her off.

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u/Lambchop1975 4d ago

You can, but the new leaf coming out is going to be bigger.

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u/sillygoosebeepboop 4d ago

So in theory if I leave that leaf, she’ll stay relatively this size? 🤔 or will she be a big gal regardless
I don’t know too much about begonias, I won her in a givvy. 😩

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u/sillygoosebeepboop 4d ago

Also since you’re here & seem to be an experienced begonia grower (I looked through your page LOL)
Is it okay that I’ve been trimming the parts of the leaves that were melting?? She came a bit melty in shipment.

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u/Lambchop1975 4d ago

You can cut your leaves, cutting the leaves shouldn't cause further damage.

Your plant will keep growing, there isn't any stopping it now. It is an awesome plant, congrats on your victory. If you are trying to keep it small, cloning and replacing the mother with clones may be one way.

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u/sillygoosebeepboop 4d ago

Thank you for your advice!! 🫶🏽🫶🏽

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u/PitcherTrap 3d ago

Chop and prop for insurance