Do Tuberous Begonias Like Sun Or Shade. Hardy tuberous begonia can be an exotic addition to shady borders particularly in late summer. Like reiger begonias the tuberous types thrive in cool conditions and tend to sulk in especially hot-summer areas.
Like reiger begonias the tuberous types thrive in cool conditions and tend to sulk in especially hot-summer areas. Tuberous begonias prefer the filtered light beneath high trees or at least 4 hours of morning sun. Begonias need moist well-drained soil and are likely to rot in soggy conditions.
Tuberous begonias prefer the filtered light beneath high trees or at least 4 hours of morning sun.
Begonias can handle partial sun but avoid placing them in direct sunlight. Tuberous begonias prefer more shade and less heat so we often see them on display in late summer. Begonias grow well in dappled or partial shade avoid south-facing spots as the foliage can burn in direct sunlight. The bronze-leaved wax begonias are the begonia varieties most likely to thrive in hot sunlight without afternoon shade.
