Begonia Novelty 'Picotée Blanc' (1 bulb), offered by Van Noort
🌿 A refined shine for the shady corners of the garden! 🌿
Begonia 'Picotée Blanc' stands out for its large double white flowers , delicately edged with pink, which add a touch of elegance and softness to gardens, terraces and balconies . With its lush dark green foliage, it creates a striking contrast that attracts the eye.
Its generous flowering from June until the first frosts makes it a must-have for illuminating semi-shaded areas. Perfect for growing in pots, planters or in the ground , this begonia offers a prolonged floral show throughout the summer.
🌱 Characteristics of the variety
📏 Height : 30 cm (12")
☀️ Exposure : Partial shade
🌡 Hardiness : Not hardy (to be dug up before winter)
🦌 Deer Resistance : Low
💧 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 'Picotée Blanc'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From March to May , after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In a pot or planter : Perfect for balconies and terraces.
✔️ In open ground : Ideal for beautifying shaded flowerbeds.
✔️ Hanging : Its hanging flowers create a spectacular effect .
🔹 How to plant?
1️⃣ Prepare a light, fertile and well-drained soil .
2️⃣ Plant the bulb 3 cm deep , hollow part upwards.
3️⃣ Space the plants 20 cm apart to promote air circulation.
4️⃣ Water moderately after planting, then regularly during the flowering period.
💡 Tip : For earlier flowering, start the bulbs indoors in March and transplant them outdoors after the last frosts.
🌿 Maintenance of Begonia 'Picotée Blanc'
💦 Watering : Keep the soil moist but well drained , without excess water.
🌱 Fertilizer : Add liquid fertilizer for flowering plants every two weeks .
✂️ Pruning : Remove faded flowers regularly to stimulate flowering .
❄️ Wintering :
✔️ Dig up the bulbs before winter , let them dry and store them in a cool, dry place until the following spring.
💡 Why choose Begonia 'Picotée Blanc'?
✅ Double white flowers edged with pink for a refined effect
✅ Abundant and prolonged flowering all summer long
✅ Perfect for embellishing balconies, terraces and hanging baskets
✅ Easy to grow and maintain
✨ Add a touch of elegance and romance to your garden with the Begonia 'Picotée Blanc'! ✨
