Protecting Begonia bulbs outdoors from frost

billyhead

I planted beautiful begonia flowers that might be near enough coming to the end of there seasonal life. Rather than dig up the bulbs some of which are in large pots I was wondering would say a plastic bag or any other suggested cover protect the bulbs during the winter from the frost or would they have to be dug up and replanted next spring when the last frost has finished?

looksee

Its not only frost but general cold and wet that could be an issue. I'd be inclined to bring them in and start them again next spring. That's just my experience, others might have other ideas.

The Continental Op

Its the wet that gets them, but they might be OK under about 6 inches of bark mulch, but I doubt it.

miaramaciotti

To protect begonias during winter, you can either store their tubers indoors or move potted begonias to a sheltered location. Avoid using plastic bags, and instead use breathable materials such as burlap or frost cloth. Check for any damage regularly.