We're offering you a 5, 10 or 20 Begonia Camelia Tubers for £5.99, saving you up to 40% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £9.99 (correct as of 03.02.2026).

Deep Rose Blooms

Transform your garden or patio with Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Camelia', a tuberous perennial celebrated for its lush, double deep rose blooms edged in white. This variety is prized for its showy flowers and extended blooming period, ensuring your outdoor spaces stay colourful from early summer into autumn.

• Botanical Highlights: The Camelia begonia is part of the Begoniaceae family, renowned for its dramatic, ruffled petals and robust growth. Each tuber produces abundant flowers, making it an excellent choice for eye-catching displays.
• Growth & Size: Expect compact plants reaching around 25–30cm tall, ideal for pots, window boxes, or mixed borders.
• Flowering Period: Blooms typically appear from June through October, providing months of vibrant colour when many other plants begin to fade.

Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Start tubers indoors from February to April or plant directly outside after the last frost.
• Sunlight: Prefers partial shade but will tolerate bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid harsh midday sun.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0–7.0).
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Allow surface to dry slightly between waterings.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2–4 weeks during the growing season for best results.

Caring for Your Begonias

• Tubers: Lift and store tubers in a cool, dry place over winter if grown outdoors in colder regions (below USDA Zone 9).
• Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble-free but watch for slugs and snails on young shoots.
• No Pruning Required: Simply remove faded blooms to encourage fresh flowers throughout the season.

Design & Planting Ideas

• Create striking mixed containers by pairing with trailing lobelia or ferns for contrast.
• Add to shaded beds alongside hostas or impatiens for layered texture and long-lasting impact.

FAQs

• When should I plant begonia tubers?
  You can start them indoors from February to April or plant outdoors after the last frost has passed.
• How tall do Begonia Camelia plants grow?
  This variety typically reaches 25–30cm in height, making it ideal for pots and borders.
• Do I need to dig up the tubers each year?
  If you live in colder areas (below USDA Zone 9), lift and store the tubers over winter; otherwise, they can remain in the ground in mild climates.