Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
In today’s video, we’re diving into the world of tuberous begonias. These stunning plants are grown for their massive, rose-like blooms, vibrant colours and long flowering period. But starting them off can be tricky as tuberous begonias are prone to rotting. In this guide you'll learn :
Two methods for starting begonia tubers.
How to identify the "top" and "bottom" of tubers.
The best potting mix for drainage and nutrition.
The ideal depth and spacing for healthy root development.
Crucial watering techniques to avoid tuber rot.
Aftercare to get the most from your plants through the summer.
My video potting these on : youtu.be/eFF8Wd5-0mQ?is=MGr0UMrt4sYysYDZ
My videos on overwintering tuberous begonias :
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youtu.be/_nUQHQNaTLg?si=XNuTt9kibt5DQxDa
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In today’s video, we’re diving into the world of tuberous begonias. These stunning plants are grown for their massive, rose-like blooms, vibrant colours and long flowering period. But starting them off can be tricky as tuberous begonias are prone to rotting. In this guide you'll learn :
Two methods for starting begonia tubers.
How to identify the "top" and "bottom" of tubers.
The best potting mix for drainage and nutrition.
The ideal depth and spacing for healthy root development.
Crucial watering techniques to avoid tuber rot.
Aftercare to get the most from your plants through the summer.
My video potting these on : youtu.be/eFF8Wd5-0mQ?is=MGr0UMrt4sYysYDZ
My videos on overwintering tuberous begonias :
youtu.be/KRW72ENC1zM?si=pq7HvSwsVqZ0v5Na
youtu.be/_nUQHQNaTLg?si=XNuTt9kibt5DQxDa
✿Buy my Gardening Book❀ lulu.com/shop/rachel-darlington/journal-of-an-irish-garden/paperback/product-1kmk6ywe.html
✿Buy my Orchid EBook❀ lulu.com/shop/rachel-darlington/my-windowsill-monsters/ebook/product-78r5vy.html
✿Buy Flower Bulbs❀ https://www.bulbi.nl/ & bulbi.co.uk (10% discount code: GARDENING10). I receive a small gratuity for any purchase.
✿Buy a Poly Greenhouse❀ https://www.organicgarden.ie/ (€100 discount code : Douentza)
✿Buy Houseplant Potting Mixes❀ sybotanica.com (10% discount code : RACHELDARLINGTO). I receive a small gratuity for any purchase.
✿Buy Garden Fertiliser ❀ https://www.oceanleaves.ie
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