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Tuberous Begonia
Begonia × tuberhybrida
Camellia-like blooms that thrive where sun is patchy — overwinter the tubers.
Partial sun
Moderate
Rich, well-drained
Medium
Yes
Ornamental
Perennial
Tender
10 L
25 cm
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Impatiens (Busy Lizzie)
Shade companions with matching water needs; tuberous begonias' larger foliage creates humid microclimate reducing impatiens mildew.
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Lobelia
Lobelia's cascading blue contrasts tuberous begonia's upright form while both prefer partial shade and consistently moist soil.
Situations where this plant is a reliable fit — from someone's kitchen sill to a wind-blown rooftop.
Where to source
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