How to Plant Begonias in Hanging Baskets

February 27 2014 | Posted in Begonia Care, News

Are you wondering how to plant begonias in hanging baskets? Not to worry, our experts are here to help! Follow our step-by-step guide below to learn how to create the ever classic and always trending handing basket garden. We hope you find this guide insightful and inspiring.

Tuberous Begonias are the perfect addition to any garden! Begonias are frost-tender plants and thrive with bright light but little or no direct sun. ??Begonias can be planted in the ground once the frost has passed, but they can also be planted in pots and hanging baskets, creating a glorious display for any garden all summer long.

How to Plant Begonias in Hanging Baskets

Step 1 – Starting Tubers in Pots:??If you’d like to jump start the process, plant tubers in shallow containers or 4-5 inch pots. Make sure the potting mix has a light texture, a soiled mix, mixed 3 to 1 with builder’s sand. Place potting mix in sand in a plastic bucket. Slowly add water and stir until mix is moist but not soggy. Pour mix in container stopping about 1 1/2 from the rim. Next, carefully place the tubers hollow side up in the potting mix. Space the tubers 2-4 inches apart (1 tuber per 4-5 inch pot and cover them with 1/2 inch of potting mix.) Water sparingly and place the container in a window that provides bright but indirect light. Note: Tubers that have not already begun ??to sprout when you receive them will usually show signs of growth within 2-6 weeks after planting.??

Step 2 -Transplanting:??After the first couple of leaves emerged and the danger of frost has passed, transplant tubers to a shallow container??that can be suspended along the house or edge of the roof. One Hanging Basket Begonia tuber in a 12 inch container makes for a spectacular and long-lasting display!

Note: If the stems of a Hanging Basket Begonia grow upright and refuse to trail over the edge of the container, plants may not be receiving enough light and you might have to find a new location for??them. Also, if by any chance you have trouble with powdery mildew, you can prevent future outbreaks by spraying the plants with a mild fungicide (mix one tablespoon baking soda and 2 or 3 drops of insecticidal soap in a gallon of tepid water.) Spray this every 10 days during hot, humid weather.

Step 3 – Enjoy: Grab your favorite garden magazine, find a cozy spot in your backyard and sit back and enjoy your beautiful hanging baskets!

Summer Care Tips: Tuberous Begonias thrive in soil that is evenly moist but well drained. Fertilize plants once a month with a well balanced water soluble fertilizer.

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