Tuberous Begonia

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Large, elegant, fully double flowers bloom continuously all season. Plant in hanging baskets or decorative containers and allow the lovely blooms to cascade gently over the edges. Provide moist, well-drained soil and protect from wind.

Companion Plants

Pansy

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Pansy

A rainbow of bright flowers carpets the garden. Attractive cut flower and beautiful at garden's edge, in rock gardens or as a small-scale ground cover. Prefers cool weather. Excellent with spring and fall blooming plants.

Coleus

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Coleus

Stunning colors and variegation patterns highlight the shaded garden. Combine these rich colors with complementary or contrasting flowers or foliages for a remarkable effect. Some varieties tolerate full sun when given ample moisture.

Caladium

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Caladium

Large, boldly patterned leaves highlight shaded areas with stunning color. Outstanding in containers or in the garden with impatiens, hostas and ferns. Can be grown indoors as a houseplant, in medium light and warm temperatures. Ideal for overwintering.

Details

Common name

Tuberous Begonia

Botanical name

Begonia tuberhybrida

Variety

Red

Zone

Grow as an annual.

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Bloom color

Red

Bloom time

summer

Light

part sun

Height

8-10" (20-25 cm)

Habit

upright

Water

2-3 times per week

Feed

once a month

Maintenance

mulch to reduce weeds