Strawberry Begonia

Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis'

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Overview

The Strawberry Begonia, Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis', is a charming semi-evergreen perennial. It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty white flowers atop 8-inch stems in late spring. It thrives in partial shade, requires well-drained soil and maintains a humble height of 3-6 inches. Notably, it produces striking red stolons, adding groundcover allure. Ideal for shady borders or container gardens, it's hardy in USDA Zones 6 through 9.

Sun Deep Shade, ShadeWater MediumZones 6–8Climate Temperate

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — The Strawberry Begonia, Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis', is a charming semi-evergreen

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — Notably, it produces striking red stolons, adding groundcover allure

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — The Strawberry Begonia, Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis', is a charming semi-evergreen

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty white flowers atop 8-inch stems in late spring

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — predominantly green with silver veins and a reddish underside

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — Ideal for shady borders or container gardens, it's hardy in USDA Zones 6 through 9

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — scientifically known as Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis'

Culture

Sun: Deep Shade, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–18 Inches

Classification

Family: Saxifragaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — It thrives in partial shade, requires well-drained soil and maintains a humble height of 3-6 inches

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — Notably, it produces striking red stolons, adding groundcover allure

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — The Strawberry Begonia, Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis', is a charming semi-evergreen

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — It features heart-shaped leaves and dainty white flowers atop 8-inch stems in late spring

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — predominantly green with silver veins and a reddish underside

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — Ideal for shady borders or container gardens, it's hardy in USDA Zones 6 through 9

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — scientifically known as Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis'

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — is a charming perennial that features a rosette of heart-shaped

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — each leaf reaching a size of around 3 inches across

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — approximately 12 to 18 inches long

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — sprouting thread-like runners

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — This variety distinguishes itself by its unique stoloniferous habit

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — It is imperative to provide well-drained soil rich in organic matter

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — the Strawberry Begonia thrives in part shade to full shade conditions

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — avoiding overly wet conditions to prevent root rot

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — preferring a North or East-facing exposure that offers shelter from the harsh afternoon sun

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — It's non-invasive and its runners can be easily trimmed back or replanted to propagate new plants

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — it suits well as a ground cover or in rock gardens

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — With an average height of 6 to 9 inches and a spread of 12 to 24 inches

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — offering both beauty and versatility to your garden design

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — ground cover / perennial for deep shade or shade

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — The Strawberry Begonia, Saxifraga stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis', is a charming, image 24

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — white flowers in the garden

Strawberry Begonia (Saxifraga Stolonifera 'Cuscutiformis') — ground cover / perennial with white blooms

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