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Bedding Begonia

Begonia Semperflorens

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Overview

Begonia semperflorens, commonly referred to as Bedding Begonia, is a compact, tender perennial favored for its constant blooms and ability to thrive in partial shade. With a mature size of 6-12 inches in height and spread, its glossy, succulent leaves come in green or bronze, providing a vivid backdrop for the abundant red, pink, or white flowers. This versatile plant excels in borders, containers, and as ground cover.

Sun Half, ShadeWater HighZones 9–11Type PerennialClimate Subtropical
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — commonly referred to as Bedding Begonia

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
High
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Begoniaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Ample but not excessive watering is key; offering a continuous display of color.<br><br>When designing, image 65
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — providing a vivid backdrop for the abundant red
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — incorporate them into mass plantings for a dramatic effect or use as border edging for paths and garden, image 62
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — which blossom throughout the growing season from spring to frost
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Easy to propagate from stem cuttings or seed, they can be a lasting contribution to any garden design
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — which blossom throughout the growing season from spring to frost, image 81
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — which blossom throughout the growing season from spring to frost, image 58
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — With a mature size of 6-12 inches in height and spread
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — perennial with pink and red and white blooms; are available in a delightful palette of whites, image 68
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Its compact growth habit typically sees it reaching a height of 6 to 12 inches with a similar spread, image 55
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Its compact growth habit typically sees it reaching a height of 6 to 12 inches with a similar spread, image 78
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — This versatile plant excels in borders, containers, and as ground cover
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Ample but not excessive watering is key
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Each bloom spans approximately 1 inch in diameter and stands out against the foliage
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Each bloom spans approximately 1 inch in diameter and stands out against the foliage; with a mature size, image 60
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — These low-maintenance plants prefer well-draining soil and do best in part shade to full sun exposure; commonly
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — succulent leaves come in green or bronze; tender perennial favored for its constant blooms and ability to, image 73
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — creating a lush appearance even when not in bloom; providing a vivid backdrop for the abundant red
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — Ample but not excessive watering is key; offering a continuous display of color.<br><br>When designing, image 88
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — These low-maintenance plants prefer well-draining soil and do best in part shade to full sun exposure, image 63
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — pink and red and white flowers in the garden; this versatile plant excels in borders, containers, and as ground cover
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — commonly referred to as Bedding Begonia; succulent leaves come in green or bronze, image 47
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — incorporate them into mass plantings for a dramatic effect or use as border edging for paths and garden, image 85
Bedding Begonia (Begonia Semperflorens) — commonly referred to as Bedding Begonia; succulent leaves come in green or bronze, image 93
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