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Planting Begonia Tubers

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The seed-started begonias tend to be a bit smaller and difficult to grow while bulb begonias are sturdier and larger plants. If you choose to start your Begonia tubers indoors use a loose well-drained soil mix that drains well. Growing Tuberous Begonias Spring Flowering Bulbs Bulb Flowers Begonia Once the plants have sprouted and weather permits in May or June begonias can be moved outdoors. Planting begonia tubers . Tuberous begonias are sensitive to cold and should not be put outdoors until the nights are above 50F. Split the tubers up and plant them in the ground partially while the edged side is facing up. Taking care of begonias is easy especially when growing begonias from corms or tubers. Begonia plants are available in a wide variety of flower shapes colors and heights and thrive in the shade. Plant the begonia tubers hollow side-up spaced three inches apart. Be careful not to plant the tubers upside down. Tuberous begonias need ample space to grow and rec...

Tuberous Begonia Planting Instructions

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Growing Tips For Begonias Begonia foliage emerges weeks after planting--and then come the flowers. Maintenance Tips for Tuberous Begonias - as part of the expert series by GeoBeats. Tuberous Begonias Umn Extension Plant tubers in small pots of damp peat moss. Tuberous begonia planting instructions . Plant begonia tubers about 1 inch deep and about 10 to 12 inches apart. Plant your begonias. For this plant it is better to choose a location in partial shade avoiding direct sunlight on the plant. Your begonia plant requires regular watering. Good drainage and permeable soil that is ideal for planting and growing begonias. Keep the soil moist but dont overwater your begonia plant. Remove the bulbs seeds or transplant and place it in the hole youve dug. Plant the begonia tubers hollow side-up spaced three inches apart. Flowers may be single or double plain ruffled or toothed. Tuberous Begonias thrive in soil that is evenly moist but well drained. Exposure to e...