Begonia-green-Rose Size: 1204, 606, #4

Description: Begonias flower throughout the summer up to the first frost. Few other annuals can beat begonias for hardiness and continuous flowering throughout the summer. These begonias are not restricted to a partial shade; they can be grown in full sun as well. Begonias with bronze foliage and Scarlanda (a green-leaf variety) perform better in the sunnier locations while the other green-leafed varieties should be planted in the shade. Begonias prefer moist, well-drained, fertile soil.

Spacing: Plant 8″ to 10″ apart.

Height: Grows 8″ to 12″ tall.

How To Grow: Plant in full shade to part sun.

Outstanding Features: Begonias look best when used in mass plantings or as a border.

Tips: Begonias are tough and can survive a lot of neglect.

Uses: Garden Bed, Containers, Borders, Landscapes

Picture © 2001 Ball Horticultural Company

 

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