Tubrose Begonia

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Begonia tuberhybrida
Tubrose Begonia (Begonia tuberhybrida)

Large showy blooms on plants. Good for the shade garden or in containers.

  • Exposure: Full Shade
  • Mature Height: 8 - 14 Inches
  • Soil Conditions: Moist, Well-Drained
  • Bloom Color: Bi-color, Orange, Pink, Red, White, Yellow
  • Bloom Season: May - September
  • Hardiness: Tender Annual
  • Size: Small
Caring for Tubrose Begonia
  • Does best in shade in soils that are high in organic matter and moist.
  • Prefer cooler summer temperatures for best flowering.
  • When planting plant so the pointed part of the leaf faces you as that is where the majority of flowers will be facing, giving best garden performance.
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