Begonia Novelty 'Picotée Jaune' (1 bulb), offered by Van Noort
🌿 A golden glow to brighten up shady corners! 🌿
Begonia 'Picotée Jaune' stands out with its large double yellow flowers edged with orange , bringing a sunny touch to balconies, terraces and shaded beds . Its lush green foliage creates a superb contrast with its vibrant petals, adding a bright visual dimension to your garden.
Generous flowering from June until the first frosts , this begonia is perfect for growing in pots, planters and hanging baskets , offering a continuous floral spectacle all summer long .
🌱 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 Jaune'
🔹 When to plant?
🗓️ From March to May , after the last frosts.
🔹 Where to plant it?
✔️ In a pot or planter : Ideal for terraces and balconies.
✔️ In open ground : Perfect for shaded beds .
✔️ 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 Jaune'
💦 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 Jaune'?
✅ Double yellow flowers edged with orange for a vibrant effect
✅ Abundant and prolonged flowering all summer long
✅ Perfect for embellishing balconies, terraces and hanging baskets
✅ Easy to grow and maintain
✨ Add a bright and warm touch to your garden with the Begonia 'Picotée Jaune'! ✨
