{"product_id":"ja-begonia-marmorata","title":"Begonia 'Marmorata' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marmorata' is a striking tuberous begonia grown for its bold double flowers and decorative foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe vibrant red petals are marked with irregular white splashes, giving each bloom a distinctive marbled appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–35cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e red with white markings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e early summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade or light shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, moist but well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marmorata'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marmorata' grows from tubers and produces a compact, bushy plant with lush green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe leaves are broad and slightly serrated, forming an attractive base for the large blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe double flowers open in rich red shades splashed with irregular white streaks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis marbled pattern makes each bloom unique.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlants flower continuously throughout summer when regularly deadheaded.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety performs particularly well in containers where the decorative flowers can be appreciated up close.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e plants contribute to diverse garden planting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers may attract visiting insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds colour to pollinator-friendly container displays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports biodiversity in sheltered gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant with other flowering plants to create varied summer displays.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Begonia 'Marmorata'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHanging baskets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWindow boxes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIndoor decorative pots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe compact plants make excellent container specimens for patios and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStart tubers indoors in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant with the hollow side facing upward.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse fertile, well-drained compost.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace plants in light shade or morning sun.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater regularly but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemove faded flowers regularly to maintain continuous blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marmorata'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge double marbled flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRed petals with distinctive white splashes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfect for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact plant for shaded areas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want bold colour in summer containers or shaded borders, \u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marmorata' provides striking double blooms and reliable seasonal flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":57516487311747,"sku":"JA-B2095x10","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Tubers","offer_id":57516487344515,"sku":"JA-B2095x100","price":143.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Image_coming_soon_286114a3-e8f5-4a3b-8bd1-038d2c09eccb.webp?v=1767358606","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-begonia-marmorata","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}