Begonias: Vibrant Beauty For Your Garden!

Looking to brighten your garden with stunning Begonias? Nature Hills offers a wide

selection of Begonia varieties perfect for indoor and outdoor spaces. With vibrant blooms, lush foliage, and easy maintenance, Begonias are a gardener’s dream.

Begonias look great in mixed planters, container gardens, and hanging baskets. Use in your shady garden beds as edging, filler, and en masse as bedding. Begonias have a long bloom period, showy large flowers, and a wide array of colors to choose from.

Popular Types of Begonias

• Tuberous Begonias: Known for their showy flowers in bold colors.
• Rieger Begonias: Wide variety of colors with a long bloom time
• Wax Begonias: Compact plants with glossy leaves and small blooms.
• Angel Wing/Dragon Wing Cane Begonias: Elegant foliage and cascading clusters of blooms.
• Rhizomatous Begonias: Intricate patterns and textures in their foliage.
• Rex Begonias: Stunning leaves in striking patterns and colors.
• Hardy Begonia: Cold-hardy free-flowering dainty airy clusters and long slender stems.

Native to tropical and subtropical regions, there are over 2,000 species of Begonias! Plus,

many hybrids of annuals, perennials, shrub-form, and climbing Begonias.

Ranging from upright forms to weeping varieties to groundcover types, the Begonia family is versatile! Easily adapting to your shady landscape or container garden needs!

Their delicate waxy petals sparkle and the attractive foliage has its own unique touches depending on the variety!

Typically grown from tubers, fibrous roots, semi-tuberous, or rhizomes, these perennial bulb plants are wonderfully easy to grow. These flowering plants also adapt to indoor environments.

How to Plant Bare Root Begonias

Don’t forget to pick up some Nature Hills Root Booster to give your Begonia lifelong symbiotic root support!

• Prepare the Soil: Choose a well-draining, rich soil mix with plenty of organic matter.
• Select a Spot: Pick a partially shaded area with indirect sunlight.
• Soak the Roots: Place the bare roots in lukewarm water for 30 minutes before planting.
• Planting: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Position the Begonia root tubers with the hollow side up. Cover with soil, leaving the top just visible.
• Water: Gently water the area to settle the soil around the roots.
• Wait for Growth: Keep the soil moist and watch your Begonias sprout and thrive.

Caring for Your Begonias

These gorgeous shade plants grow best in filtered, indirect, dappled sun and partial

shade locations. They can handle brighter light indoors as long as it is not direct sun.

Plant in any kind of light, enriched, well-draining soil with higher to average moisture-holding content. Water new plants regularly using the Finger Test to help them get established.

Containers, window boxes, and planters with controlled environments where you can maintain their needs more easily. Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Remove spent flowers and dead leaves to encourage new growth. In colder climates, bring tuberous Begonias indoors or store the tubers in a cool, dry place for the winter.

Transform your shade garden today! Shop premium bareroot Begonias at Nature Hills online plant nursery. Order now for spring shipment and enjoy the vibrant blooms of Begonias in your garden this season!

FAQs

Choosing the right Begonia variety for you!

Browse only for the Begonias for your Planting Zone using our USDA zone filters. Then choose sun exposure levels, or narrow the options by flower color, size, and more!

Do Begonias prefer sun or shade?

Most Begonias thrive in partial shade or indirect sunlight. While some, like Wax Begonias, can tolerate more sun, direct sunlight for extended periods may scorch the leaves.

What is the best fertilizer for Begonias?

Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season to encourage healthy blooms and foliage.

How do I care for Begonias in the winter?

For Tuberous Begonias:

• Dig up the tubers after the foliage dies back.
• Allow them to dry, remove any soil, and store them in a cool, dry place until spring.
  For other varieties, bring them indoors before the first frost and place them in a well-lit area.

For other Begonias:

• Dig up the plant before frost and repot it. Gradually acclimate it indoors over a span of a few weeks to adapt it to indoor light and temperature conditions.
• Place in an indirectly sunny location and monitor moisture levels closely.

Are Begonias deer-resistant?

Yes, most Begonias are deer-resistant, making them a great choice for gardens in areas with wildlife.

Why Order Begonias From NatureHills.com?

Family-owned and operated since 2001, Nature Hills Nursery prides ourselves on

meeting the needs of customers! Featuring an ever-growing collection of online plants. Backed by our product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™.

All of our bareroot flowering ornamentals are delivered safely to your home! Complete with instructions for planting, care, and maintenance. That way, you can order knowing you'll have everything you need! Plus plenty more information in our #ProPlantTips Garden Blog for extra support and inspiration!

Call now at (402) 934-8116 and learn more about what Begonias are available for your landscape!