We're offering you a 10 Begonia Giant Picotee Tubers for £5, saving you up to 77% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £21.99 (correct as of 24.02.2026).

Exotic Flowers

Transform Your Garden with Begonia 'Giant Picotee'

Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Giant Picotee' is a show-stopping tuberous perennial renowned for its flamboyant, bicoloured blooms. Each flower can reach an impressive 15cm across, with intricate ruffled petals edged in contrasting hues—delivering a truly exotic look.

• Botanical Family: Begoniaceae (Tuberous Begonias)
• Mature Size: Height and spread up to 30cm—perfect for compact spaces.
• Bloom Time: Expect vibrant flowers from June through October.
• Foliage: Lush, serrated green leaves provide a striking backdrop to the colourful blooms.

Why Choose Giant Picotee Begonias?

• Dramatic Impact: Large, ruffled flowers bring instant colour and sophistication to patios, window boxes, borders, or containers.
• Versatile Planting: Their compact habit suits both small urban gardens and larger mixed beds.
• Reliable Performance: Enjoy long-lasting displays all summer into autumn with minimal effort.

Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Start tubers indoors between February and April. Move outdoors after the last frost.
• Light Requirements: Prefers partial shade; protect from harsh midday sun to prevent leaf scorch.
• Soil Preference: Moist but well-drained soil; slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0) is ideal.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Water at the base to prevent fungal issues.
• Feeding: Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser every two weeks during active growth for maximum flowering.
• Caring Tips: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering. Protect from frost by lifting tubers in autumn and storing them in a cool, dry place until spring.

Design Ideas & Companions

• Bedding Schemes: Pair with trailing lobelia or fuchsias for layered colour in containers or hanging baskets.
• Cottage Gardens: Combine with shade-loving perennials like hostas or ferns for textural contrast.
• Curb Appeal: Use as a focal point in window boxes or patio pots where their size and colour will shine.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant Begonia Giant Picotee tubers?
  The best time to plant is between February and April. Start indoors if frosts are still likely and move outdoors after the last frost date.
• How do I care for my begonias during winter?
  Lift the tubers before the first frost, dry them off, and store in a cool, dry place until replanting in spring.
• What type of soil do these begonias prefer?
  Begonia Giant Picotee thrives in moist but well-drained soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0–7.0).