How to grow Bedding Begonia in the UK
Begonia semperflorens
Bedding Begonia (Begonia semperflorens) is a flower that grows well in UK gardens. Self-cleaning — no deadheading needed. Tolerates partial shade better than most bedding. This guide covers when and how to sow Bedding Begonia, the soil and position it likes, watering and feeding, companion planting, and when to harvest.
Type
Flowers
Difficulty
Easy — good for beginners
Position
partial sun (3–6 hrs)
Sow
spring
Harvest
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When to sow & grow Bedding Begonia
Sowing and harvest window through the year (UK):
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May Plant | Jun Plant | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Soil, position & care
- Soil
- Any reasonable, moisture-retentive but free-draining soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0–7.5
- Position
- Full sun for most; some tolerate light shade
- Sowing depth
- Surface to 1 cm (check light requirement)
- Spacing
- 15–30 cm apart
- Sowing
- Sow under cover late winter–spring, or direct after the last frost
- Growing
- Water regularly; pinch tips for bushier plants
- Harvest & upkeep
- Deadhead often to prolong flowering
- Watch for
- Slugs and snails on seedlings; aphids on soft growth
Companion planting for Bedding Begonia
No specific companion notes for this plant.
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Bedding Begonia FAQs
How much sun does Bedding Begonia need?
Bedding Begonia prefers partial sun (3–6 hrs).
Is Bedding Begonia easy to grow?
Easy — good for beginners. Self-cleaning — no deadheading needed. Tolerates partial shade better than most bedding.