Begonia Tuberous are plant flowers that can be cultivated in India’s varied weather if nurtured properly. They are hard to grow from seeds, but the reward is gorgeous flowers. This is a step-by-step process of how to plant tuberous begonias from seeds in Indian weather.

Number of Seeds	500 seeds
Sowing month	Feb to nov
Sowing temperature	Above 28C
Blooming month	March to Nov
Sun	Full sun
Seed supplied as	Pelleted

Start with high-quality tuberous begonia seeds from a good supplier. They are small and need fine potting mix to germinate best. Choose one well adapted to your area’s temperature and humidity.

Timing is everything. In India, sow tuberous begonia seeds between January and March, late winter or early spring. It will give the seedlings enough time to develop strong roots before the hot summer. Sow them in well-draining seed-starting mix and lightly press the seeds onto the surface but not covered because they require light to germinate.

Begonia seeds require heat and humidity for germination. Keep at around 21–24°C and humid but not wet. Humidity can be provided by covering with a plastic lid or cling film on top of the seed tray. Germination will be within 14–21 days.Lettuce can be good companion

After the seeds have germinated, open the top to avoid triggering mold. Provide the seedlings with indirect light. Water but not excessively as excessive water will lead to damping-off disease. Transfer the seedlings to small pots with nutrient-dense, well-draining potting mix when the seedlings have formed their first set of true leaves.

Transplant the seedlings into garden beds or pots after six to eight weeks when they are well established. Plant in a place with dappled shade and protection from direct afternoon sun. Indian summers are hot, so mulching around the plants retains soil moisture and controls soil temperature.

Encourage great flowers and large leaves by regular feeding. Apply a balanced liquid feed fortnightly. Water should always be moist but never waterlogged. Be careful also from pests such as aphids and root rot from good air circulation.

Tuberous begonias begin to bloom late summer if well taken care of and continue to flower through early winter. With the decline in temperature, leaves start to wilt. Water less now and let tubers rest. Dig them up carefully, dry them out, and place them in a dry, cool place to plant next year.

By following these steps, it is very easy to cultivate tuberous begonias from seeds in the Indian climate. With patience and care, your garden will be adorned with their lovely flowers every year.