We're offering you a Garden Ready Begonia Majestic Apricot for £13.99, saving you up to 36% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £21.99 (correct as of 02.06.2025).

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Transform your outdoor spaces with Begonia Majestic Apricot, a world-exclusive trailing variety renowned for its spectacular fiery apricot and orange double blooms. Each flower reaches an impressive 10cm (4") across, creating a bold statement in your summer garden from July through October.

• Botanical Information: Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Majestic Apricot' is prized for its vigorous trailing habit and prolific flowering. Its lush green foliage complements the vibrant blooms, making it a favourite for seasonal bedding schemes.
• Growth & Habit: This trailing begonia cascades gracefully up to 30cm (12in) with a spread of up to 45cm (18in), filling baskets and containers with non-stop colour.
• Burst of Colour: Enjoy months of vivid colour as these begonias flower continuously throughout the summer, even lighting up shadier spots where other plants may struggle.

Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Plant garden ready begonias after the risk of frost has passed, typically from late spring onwards.
• Sun/Shade Requirements: Thrives in full sun or partial shade; ideal for UK gardens where light levels can vary.
• Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Watering: Water regularly during dry spells, especially in containers. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
• Feeding: Feed fortnightly with a balanced liquid fertiliser during the growing season for best results.

Caring for Your Begonias

• No deadheading required; spent blooms drop off naturally, keeping displays tidy with minimal effort.
• Disease resistance: These plants are generally robust but benefit from good air circulation to prevent mildew.
• Pest watch: Keep an eye out for slugs and snails early in the season.

Design Ideas & Companion Planting

• Create dramatic hanging baskets by pairing with trailing lobelia or bacopa for added texture and colour contrast.
• Add to window boxes alongside fuchsias or ivy-leaved geraniums for a lush, overflowing effect.
• Their ability to thrive in partial shade makes them ideal companions for busy Liriope muscari or hostas in shadier corners.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant these begonias?
  You can plant garden ready begonias outdoors after the last frost, typically late spring to early summer.
• How long will they flower?
  The Majestic Apricot variety blooms continuously from July through October under good conditions.
• Do they need much maintenance?
  No! These begonias are low maintenance—just water regularly and feed every couple of weeks during active growth.