{"product_id":"ja-begonia-x-tuberhybrida-camelia","title":"Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Camelia' Tubers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia × tuberhybrida\u003c\/em\u003e 'Camelia' is a classic tuberous begonia grown for its large double flowers and elegant colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blooms open in deep rose-pink shades with delicate white edges, creating a soft two-tone effect that stands out beautifully against glossy green foliage.\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 dark pink with white edges\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e early summer to first frost\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 × tuberhybrida\u003c\/em\u003e 'Camelia'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Camelia' forms compact mounds of glossy green foliage that support its impressive flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe large double blooms resemble small camellia flowers, which gives the variety its name.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach petal shows a rich dark pink tone edged with fine white margins, producing a softly ruffled appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlants flower continuously through summer when regularly deadheaded.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis variety works particularly well in containers where the detailed flowers can be enjoyed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBegonia\u003c\/em\u003e flowers contribute to diverse planting displays.\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\u003eCombine with other flowering plants to encourage pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Begonia 'Camelia'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePatio containers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHanging baskets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded garden borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWindow boxes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCottage garden planting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe elegant flowers make this variety ideal for decorative summer displays.\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 blooms to encourage continued flowering through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eBegonia × tuberhybrida\u003c\/em\u003e 'Camelia'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge double camellia-like flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep pink petals edged in white\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong flowering season through summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePerfect for containers and baskets\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact plant for shaded spaces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want elegant summer colour in containers or shaded borders, \u003cem\u003eBegonia × tuberhybrida\u003c\/em\u003e 'Camelia' provides refined blooms and reliable flowering throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"10 Tubers","offer_id":57516487246211,"sku":"JA-B2015x10","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Tubers","offer_id":57516487278979,"sku":"JA-B2015x100","price":143.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Begonia-Camelia-square-e1610369540876.jpg?v=1773069384","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-begonia-x-tuberhybrida-camelia","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}