Begonias Double Camelia Picotee

Ideal for GARDEN and CONTAINER PLANTING

Tuberous begonias are the prima donnas of the summer shade garden. Because of their glorious performance, they deserve a center stage in your garden. It is easy to grow, does well in shade, needs moderate care and will reward you with a lovely display of blooms all summer long.  Tuberous begonias do best in a location that has partial to full shade and well-drained soil. However, they also make excellent patio plants in containers.

  • Planting Location: Sun-Semi-shade
  • Planting: January-May after Frost
  • Planting Depth: 3 inch (7.5 cm)
  • Planting Distance: 8 inch (20 cm)
  • Flowers In: June-October
  • Flowering Height: Approx. 8 inch (20 cm)

How to Grow

Easy to Grow:

1. Select an area with full sun or semi-shade
2. Dig a hole 3 inches (7,5 cm) deep
3. Place the bulb in the hole, with pointed side up
4. Space bulbs 8 inches (20 cm) apart
5. Cover with soil and water thoroughly


Planting Tips:

Plant in groups of 3 or more, in well-drained soil. Bulbs will benefit from a handful of compost added to the planting holes.


Collections: Begonias, Summer Bulbs