Storing Begonias
The gardening season has ended in my yard. It was frosty this morning and now it is time to clean up and put the bulbs and dahlias away till next spring.
Begonias will also keep for next spring if stored properly. Some gardeners throw away their begonia bulbs and buy new ones each year but you don’t have to.
Just before the frost arrives move the begonias in an area away from frost. Discontinue watering and let the leaves dry down. Cut the stems off about an inch above the bulb and find a cool, dry spot. It is important not to allow them to freeze and storing just above freezing is ideal.
Spring 2009, about mid-March, bring them out to warm air and start watering them. You will be surprised at how quickly they put out new growth. The begonias will be ready to bloom by June.
Begonias, in the growing season, should be fed with a low nitrogen plant food. A 15-30-15 water soluble will give you good growth and plenty of begonia blossoms.
Lori
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