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How to grow and care for begonias

Keep these beauties cool, and they will show off their blooms all summer long.
Tuberous begonias are available in upright and trailing types, single and double flowers and a wide variety of vibrant colors and flower forms and are a gardener’s favorite for easily brightening a ...
Thank goodness for tuberous begonias. They are an exception to the "not until April 1st" rule, which holds that you shouldn't start anything indoors before that date without the aid of supplemental ...
Few summer plants can match the exceptionally large spectacular blooms, resembling camellias, that are produced from late June to November by Tuberous Begonias. Whether in a container, window box, ...
In zones 7 and below, dig tuberous begonias before frost, dry, and store tubers above 45°F. Pot wax begonias and bring them indoors or keep them in a cool, frost-free garage until spring. Keep stored ...
Tuberous begonias make a spectacular color display all summer long. Plus, the flowers are edible and make an attractive addition to salads. (Note: Other begonias' flowers are not edible.) Start them ...
Q: I love tuberous begonias but have had trouble in the past growing them. They mildew on me. Can you help me? A: Begonias (Begonia x tuberhybrida) can be grown in containers, indoors or out. The ...
Begonias are a crafty bunch. No plant group puts a better spin on leaves. Leaf shapes run from pointy stars to tapered angel's wings to round beefsteaks. Margins may be even, scalloped, sharply ...
Q: There is thick moss growing over the soil in my potted tuberous begonias. The moss is even growing thinly over the bulbs. Is this a problem? If so, what can I do about it? A: At this time of year, ...