An even selection of our Begonia range (our selection). (Sample picture only).

Tuberous Begonia: (Zones 1,2)

Tuberous Begonias are spectacular flowers and perform best with some love and attention. These frost-tender plants enjoy a mild climate where temperatures range from 10 to 25 degrees C. For a fantastic display plant them in pots. They prefer bright shade with little or no direct light. Plant the tuber with the eyes up (concave side up). Plant each tuber just below the surface in a 15-20cm pot. Do not over-water. Begonias enjoy restricted space for root growth. For best results pot in a small restrictive pot with just a few centimetres each side of the tuber. Once you have leaves unfurling you can move to a bigger pot. Use a quality potting mix and fertilise with 3-4 month slow release fertiliser or fortnightly liquid feeds. Water well while hot but reduce watering toward the end of flowering. They are susceptible to rot over Winter. Remove any dead or dying flowers or leaves to reduce fungal problems (powdery mildew). Watch for slugs and snails and over watering.

Aspect: Shade no direct sun

Growing Zones: Zones 1, 2 (refer to Climate Map)

Flowers: Nov;Dec;Jan;Feb;Mar

Product Type: Begonias - Tuberous Begonias

Product code: B01

Scientific Name: Begonia x tuberhybrida

Supplied as: Dry Bulb

Water Wise: Yes

Colour: Mixed

Planting Time: Sep;Oct;Nov

End Use: Potted;Garden

Frost Hardy: No

Height: 30-60cm