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Begonia semperflorens

Plant Location: 2. Mounding
Begonia semperflorens
Soil Moisture Needs: Average Attributes: Container Exposure: Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade Season of Interest (Flowering): Summer

Double Begonia

These old-fashioned favorites are sure to attract attention. Provides an abundance of brightly colored blooms all season long. Easy to grow and very rewarding.

Height

8-12 Inches

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Spread

8-12 Inches

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Soil

Fertile, well-drained soil.

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Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

Best in fertile, well-drained soil. Water as needed to keep soil evenly moist, especially in hot weather. Remove faded flowers for best display. Apply a summer mulch to retain moisture.

Usage/Other Information

The perfect choice for beds and borders. Superb for baskets, containers and window boxes. Wonderful for combination plantings.
· Hardiness Zone: 10
· Water: Keep soil evenly moist.
· Feed: Every two weeks with mild liquid fertilizer.
· Temperature: Protect from frost.
Characteristics & Attributes
Urban Gardener Brands
• Easy as 1-2-3
Exposure
• Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
Growth Rate in the Garden
• Medium
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Late Spring / Early Summer
• Summer
Soil Moisture Needs
• Average
Attributes
• Container