Picotee Begonia Seeds - Begonia Hybrida, 20 seeds

Quantity: 20 Seeds / pack

Picotee Begonia (Begonia hybrida) is a tuberous-type begonia grown for its large double blooms with petals edged in a contrasting color. These elegant shade plants flower through summer and fall, making them a standout in containers, window boxes, and shaded garden beds.

Why choose our seeds?

• Large double blooms with contrasting picotee-edged petals
• Long-flowering plants for shade gardens and containers
• Eye-catching in hanging baskets and window boxes

How to grow Picotee Begonia seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors 12-16 weeks before the last frost date.
• Outdoors: Direct sowing is not recommended; start indoors for reliable results.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots
• Fine, well-draining seed-starting mix
• Clear plastic wrap or a humidity dome (to hold in moisture)
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow on the surface and press gently into the mix; begonia seeds need light to germinate and must not be covered.
• Mist the surface to moisten; the seeds are extremely fine.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid direct sun on the seed tray.
• Temperature: About 70-75°F (21-24°C); steady warmth is critical.
• Humidity: Cover the tray until seeds sprout, then remove the cover gradually.

Germination

• Seeds sprout in 14-21 days; keep the surface evenly damp the whole time.
• After germination, give seedlings bright light for 12-14 hours daily.

Transplanting

• Move seedlings to individual pots when they can be handled.
• Harden off and set out after all danger of frost has passed, spacing 8-10 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Partial to full shade; protect from hot midday sun.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
• Fertilizer: Feed every 2-3 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
• Deadheading is rarely needed; plants are naturally self-cleaning.

Bloom Time:

Summer to frost, with continuous blooms in protected, shady spots.