Begonia tuberhybrida – Tuberous Begonia (Outdoor Summer Flowering Plant)

Begonia tuberhybrida – Tuberous Begonia (Outdoor Summer Flowering Plant)
Begonia tuberhybrida, commonly known as Tuberous Begonia, is a stunning summer-flowering outdoor plant prized for its large, vibrant blooms and lush foliage. Flowering in shades of red, pink, orange, yellow and white, these begonias are perfect for brightening up containers, hanging baskets and sheltered garden borders. A tender perennial in the UK, they’re typically grown as seasonal outdoor plants but can be lifted and stored to enjoy year after year.

Plant Care
Position: Bright shade to partial sun in a sheltered spot. Best protected from strong midday sun, wind and heavy rain

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained. Avoid waterlogging and try not to let water sit in the crown

Hardiness: Tender perennial, not frost hardy. Will not survive winter outdoors in the UK – lift tubers before first frost.

Hot Tips: Perfect for pots and hanging baskets where their flowers can really shine. Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms. As temperatures drop, reduce watering and allow foliage to die back before lifting and storing tubers somewhere cool and frost-free