Do begonias come back every year?

Do begonias come back every year?

Like Impatiens, Begonias are actually tender perennials (come back year after year) that are usually treated as annuals (gone forever at first frost). … In deep shade situations, Begonias will stretch and become leggy, so do give them a spot with at least a few hours of sunlight for the best results.

Do begonias like sun or shade?

Morning sun (and a little afternoon shade) is perfect. Wax begonias can tolerate more sun than other types, and the ones with bronze-colored leaves are the most sun-tolerant of all. Tuberous begonias prefer more shade and less heat, so we often see them on display in late summer. Soil: Light, rich, humusy soil.

Are begonias easy to grow?

Begonias are an easy houseplant for beginners, with a range of species and selections for the more advanced gardeners. Some are grown for flowers, others for their foliage. They come in a range of sizes, shapes, and habit, from upright to spreading. Many tolerate low light, and they have few if any pests.

What can be planted with begonias?

Begonias with dark colored leaves and metallic silvery tones look good with dark or silver plants. Black mondo grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus “Nigrescens”) produces strap-like black leaves and pink, pale purple or white bell-shaped flowers in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 6 through 11.