plants&plantadvice
Caring for
begonias
BEGONIA 'MAJESTIC' SERIES
These upright begonias boast large,
frilly-edged blooms up to 20cm (8in)
in diameter. Choose from bicoloured
forms or solid shades like this rich red.
BEGONIA 'FRAGRANT FALLS'
Available in shades of lemon and
peach (pictured), the trailing stems of
this pendulous begonia are covered
with scented, rose-like flowers.
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BEGONIA 'GLOWING EMBERS'
Dark maroon-green leaves complement
the fiery orange blooms of this
semi-cascading begonia, setting baskets
and containers ablaze.
BEGONIA 'LOVE BIRDS'
This compact begonia has been bred
for baskets, and produces a dome of
pretty pink flowers and dark green
foliage. Grow in sun or shade.
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Begonias are happy in most
positions, but only a few will
thrive in full sun. Plant them
in well-drained soil or multipurpose compost in a pot or
basket, and don’t put them
outside unti