Clever Plants Can Play Flute

Although all plants prefer the environmental conditions of their area of origin, almost all will adapt, even to those which might appear quite alien.

Look how these begonia leaves have grown narrow and fluted (they are usually broad and flat) to adapt to hot mid-day sun (begonias prefer dappled shade).

We need to take great care when moving a pot (e.g. when feeling the weight before watering), to place it back in the same position. As you can imagine, a slight rotation could be extremely detrimental, especially since it takes the plant some time to adapt. In mid summer, by the time it has re-adjusted, much damage could have occurred.

Generally aim to provide ideal conditions, if you can. You will get much better flowers, both in colour and in longevity, if you can do this.