Begonia Double Camellia 'Orange' (1 bulb), offered by Van Noort
🌿 A warm glow to illuminate your garden! 🌿
The Begonia Double Camellia 'Orange' offers a spectacular flowering with its large double flowers in bright shades of apricot orange . Its compact and bushy habit makes it an ideal choice for pots, planters and shaded borders . Resistant and easy to maintain, it flowers without interruption from June until the first frosts , bringing warmth and brightness to your exterior.
🌱 Characteristics of the variety
📏 Height : 30 cm (12")
☀️ Exposure : Partial shade
🌡 Hardiness : Not hardy (to be dug up before winter)
🦌 Deer Resistance : Low ( Deer love it! )
💧 Water requirements : Medium (moist but well-drained soil)
📍 Ideal soil : Loamy or sandy, acidic to neutral pH
🌸 Flowering : June until frost
📦 Quantity : 1 bulb
🌿 Planting and growing Begonia Double Camellia 'Orange'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From March to May , after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In a pot or planter : Perfect for terraces and balconies.
✔️ In open ground : Ideal for borders and shaded flowerbeds .
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Start tubers indoors 4-6 weeks before planting outdoors.
2️⃣ Use a rich, well-drained potting soil .
3️⃣ Plant the bulb 3 cm deep , hollow part upwards.
4️⃣ Space the plants 8 cm apart for good air circulation.
5️⃣ Water lightly after planting , then regularly during the flowering period.
💡 Tip : Pair it with yellow and red begonias for a flamboyant and contrasting effect .
🌿 Care of Begonia Double Camellia 'Orange'
💦 Watering : Keep the soil moist but well drained , without excess water.
🌱 Fertilizer : Add liquid fertilizer every two weeks to stimulate flowering.
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers to prolong flowering.
❄️ Wintering :
✔️ Dig up the bulbs before winter , let them dry and store them in a cool, dry place.
💡 Why choose the Begonia Double Camellia 'Orange'?
✅ Abundant and vibrant flowering
✅ Suitable for semi-shaded areas of the garden
✅ Spectacular large double flowers
✅ Easy to grow and disease resistant
✨ Bring a sunny touch to your garden with the Begonia Double Camellia 'Orange'! ✨
