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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

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) — it does not require deadheading; adaptable to sun or shade, image 147

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — thriving in sun or shade and allowing designers to repeat one plant across changing light conditions, image 81

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — is a vibrant upright annual that brings polished foliage and a confident wash of red to summer plantings, image 131

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — commonly referred to as Red II Begonia; a Proven Winners® selection, image 130

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — is a vibrant upright annual that brings polished foliage and a confident wash of red to summer plantings, image 69

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — it does not require deadheading

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — upright habit and sturdy stems that give it more architectural presence than many traditional begonias, image 77

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 107

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — though consistent moisture and regular feeding will encourage the most robust growth and continuous bloom, image 145

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Its upright form works beautifully in patio pots; where it may be grown as a tender perennial, image 149

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — and steady feeding for best summer color; its upright form works beautifully in patio pots, image 128

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — A Proven Winners® selection; heat tolerant and easy to maintain

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — is a vibrant upright annual that brings polished foliage and a confident wash of red to summer plantings, image 162

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — It matures 12-24 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide, with sturdy stems that give containers real presence, image 64

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — where the red flowers bring a vivid accent against silver

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — especially where sunlight catches the foliage and gives the plant a lively; thriving in sun or shade and, image 105

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — where it may be grown as a tender perennial; it does not require deadheading

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — upright habit and sturdy stems that give it more architectural presence than many traditional begonias, image 108

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — commonly referred to as Red II Begonia; a Proven Winners® selection, image 161

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — It is an excellent choice when a design calls for dependable color; red II Begonia typically reaches 12 to, image 122

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — Heat tolerant and easy to maintain; where the red flowers bring a vivid accent against silver, image 146

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — reflective quality.<br><br>At maturity; and combination containers

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — It is hardy in USDA Zones 10a to 11b, image 109

Red II Begonia (Begonia benariensis) — though consistent moisture and regular feeding will encourage the most robust growth and continuous bloom, image 83

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