Data specific to Begonias (Edit)
Originator: Palm Hammock Orchid Estates
Plant Types: Rhizomatous

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 10 to 12 inches
Plant Spread: 18 to 24 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Pink
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Late winter or early spring
Spring
Winter
Underground structures: Rhizome
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Terrariums
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Division
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Rhizomatous Begonia
  • Begonia

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Date: 2015-03-22

Date: 2007-06-25
Photo courtesy Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc. wwwterranovanurseries.c

Date: 2015-03-22

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