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Red II Begonia

Begonia benariensis

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Overview

Red II Begonia, or Begonia benariensis 'Red II', is an upright annual with glossy green foliage and rich red blooms from planting to frost. It matures 12-24 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide, with sturdy stems that give containers real presence. Adaptable to sun or shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil, average water, and steady feeding for best summer color. Hardy in USDA Zones 10a-11b.

Water Medium
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — is an upright annual with glossy green foliage and rich red blooms from planting to frost
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — commonly referred to as Red II Begonia; a Proven Winners® selectionRed II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — or create vivid mass plantings along walkways and entries; creating a crisp contrast that reads beautifully, image 86Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — or deep burgundy companions; is a vibrant upright annual that brings polished foliage and a confident wash, image 90Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Adaptable to sun or shade; but in most landscapes it is used as a reliable warm-season annual, image 127Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — it does not require deadheading; adaptable to sun or shade, image 116Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Its upright form works beautifully in patio pots+156

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
1.5–2 Ft.

Classification

Family
Begoniaceae

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Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — is an upright annual with glossy green foliage and rich red blooms from planting to frost
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — commonly referred to as Red II Begonia; a Proven Winners® selection
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — or create vivid mass plantings along walkways and entries; creating a crisp contrast that reads beautifully, image 86
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — or deep burgundy companions; is a vibrant upright annual that brings polished foliage and a confident wash, image 90
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Adaptable to sun or shade; but in most landscapes it is used as a reliable warm-season annual, image 127
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — it does not require deadheading; adaptable to sun or shade, image 116
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Its upright form works beautifully in patio pots
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Heat tolerant and easy to maintain; where the red flowers bring a vivid accent against silver
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — well-drained soil with average water; reflective quality.<br><br>At maturity, image 113
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — commonly referred to as Red II Begonia
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Red II Begonia typically reaches 12 to 24 inches tall and spreads 18 to 24 inches wide; it matures 12-24, image 76
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — is an upright annual with glossy green foliage and rich red blooms from planting to frost; and steady feeding for best
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — where it may be grown as a tender perennial; it does not require deadheading, image 141
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — though consistent moisture and regular feeding will encourage the most robust growth and continuous bloom; well-drained
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — It is hardy in USDA Zones 10a to 11b
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — but in most landscapes it is used as a reliable warm-season annual; and a refined but low-maintenance summer, image 80
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — creating a crisp contrast that reads beautifully from a distance and feels lush up close; hardy in USDA, image 72
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Gardeners often notice the sheen of the leaves as much as the flowers; especially where sunlight catches the, image 73
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — It is hardy in USDA Zones 10a to 11b, image 140
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — and steady feeding for best summer color; its upright form works beautifully in patio pots, image 66
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — and combination containers
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — thriving in sun or shade and allowing designers to repeat one plant across changing light conditions; commonly referred
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Red II Begonia typically reaches 12 to 24 inches tall and spreads 18 to 24 inches wide; it matures 12-24, image 138
Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Red II Begonia typically reaches 12 to 24 inches tall and spreads 18 to 24 inches wide; it matures 12-24 inches tall and

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