Picotee begonias traced by contrasting petal edges
Picotee begonia tubers
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Picotee begonia tubers
The defining line on a Picotee begonia sits right at the edge of each petal. Its double flowers combine one main colour with a contrasting margin, so the overlapping petals build a pattern of fine outlines as the bloom opens. Some combinations are subtle, while others use a much stronger contrast, but the edging remains what separates Picotee forms from ordinary double begonias.
These detailed flowers are particularly effective where they can be viewed closely. Grow Picotee begonia tubers in patio pots, containers or the front of a sheltered border, using fertile soil or compost that holds moisture while still draining freely. Bright, filtered light or partial shade helps the plants flower without exposing the foliage and blooms to prolonged harsh sun.
As the flowers develop through summer, the colour margin defines each new layer of petals and makes even a single plant feel intricate. One Picotee begonia variety can carry a container on its own, while several different colour combinations can be grouped where the repeated edged form connects them visually. Keep plants frost free in spring and lift or protect the tubers before winter cold arrives.
