Begonias are tubers that can be started indoors in the spring; about 6
weeks before the last frost. Begonias are popular in flowerbeds, for hanging
baskets, as container plants, and for indoor houseplants. That's one versatile
plant!
Like true queens, tuberous begonias aren't
inclined to relinquish their throne after a single season. These tubers are
easy to lift and store for many years of magnificent displays. In the garden, begonias need rich,
porous, well drained soil and shelter from wind. They need to be spaced 12
inches apart in shade or partial shade. Keep them moist and do fertilize at
least once a month. In windy areas you may need to stake them. Your Begonias
can be brought indoors before frost. Remember, they will die in a light frost,
so if one threatens your area, don't wait!
Begonias are prized equally for their flower as well as their showy
leaves. When they are not in bloom, which is infrequent once established, their
attractive, waxy green or chocolate colored leaves show themselves off wherever
you have placed them.
Growing Begonias is easy. They make a good indoor houseplants since they
tolerate shade well.
Mocca
Pink Shades brings a whole new dimension of beauty and performance to the
begonia family. It has chocolate-bronze foliage, lush and full, that lasts from
spring till frost, plus improved heat tolerance! The large, full, double pink
colored flowers of Nonstop Mocca Pink Shades make a real statement in your patio
planters all summer long.
On Top
PInk Halo is a beautiful begonia with pink and white colored blooms. On Top
Begonias are the best available for containers. They are the most heat tolerant
and are quick to grow and produce many flowers. It blooms from June until
October.