Begonia Switzerland is a striking summer-flowering tuber, prized for its vivid scarlet-red blooms set against dramatic, almost black foliage. Flowering from July onwards, this compact begonia delivers bold colour contrast and a refined look, making it an excellent choice for containers, patios, balconies, and sheltered borders.

With its neat habit and reliable performance in both sun and partial shade, Begonia Switzerland is particularly effective in pots where its dark foliage can be appreciated up close. It also performs well as a houseplant when grown in a bright, frost-free position.

Key Features
✓ Scarlet-red flowers with striking dark foliage
✓ Compact growth, ideal for pots and containers
✓ Long flowering period from July onwards
✓ Suitable for sun or partial shade
✓ Perfect for patios, balconies, and indoor displays

Size
✓ Mature height: approx. 20cm (8 inches)

Planting & Growing
✓ Planting time: April to May
✓ Plant tubers on the soil surface with tops exposed
✓ Spacing: approx. 5cm (2 inches) apart
✓ Position: semi-shade or full sun
✓ Soil: rich, moist, well-drained compost or garden soil

For earlier flowering, tubers can be started indoors in trays of damp compost and sand at 7–16°C, then planted outside once all risk of frost has passed.

Aftercare
Water regularly throughout the growing season, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Lift tubers in autumn and store in a cool, dry, frost-free place for replanting the following year.