Begonia Double Mix

Begonia Double Mixed: The Rose-Like Radiance for Shady Spaces

Begonia Double Mixed is a spectacular and high-impact collection, famous for producing massive, multi-petalled blooms that closely resemble English roses or camellias. This mix is a lifesaver for the garden’s quieter corners, offering intense, saturated colours—including fiery reds, sunny yellows, soft pinks, and crisp whites—that thrive in partial to full shade. The thick, succulent stems and lush, forest-green foliage provide a dramatic backdrop for the heavy, ruffled flower heads that bloom continuously from early summer right through to the first frost. Whether used to brighten a north-facing patio or to add a sophisticated, velvet-like texture to window boxes, these begonias are the undisputed champions of long-season colour.

• Breathtaking Rose-Form Blooms: Features a high-contrast mix of fully double flowers. The petals are layered so densely that they create a lush, rounded shape that looks like a masterpiece in a hanging basket.
• Shade-Loving Superstars: This is the perfect solution for gardens with limited sunlight. While other flowers fade in the shade, these begonias flourish, bringing vibrant jewel-tones to areas that usually remain green.
• Exceptional Bloom Duration: Unlike many spring or summer bulbs that have a short flowering window, Double Begonias are "non-stop" performers, providing a relentless display of colour for months on end.
• Versatile Garden Utility: Growing to a uniform and manageable height, they are ideal for uniform bedding displays, ornate containers, or adding a pop of brilliance to the front of a shaded border.

Gardener's Tip: "The Hollow-Side Start"

Begonia tubers have a distinct shape: one side is curved (the bottom), and the other has a shallow, bowl-like indentation (the top). When planting, always ensure the hollow side is facing upwards. To get a head start on the season, "start" your tubers indoors in March or April in a shallow tray of moist compost. This gives them a few weeks to sprout in the warmth, ensuring they are strong and ready to explode with flowers as soon as the risk of frost has passed in May.

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