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Exposurepartial sun
Waterlow
Typeperennial
Distribution
Begonia grandis
hardy begonia
Flower Colors
Description
A tuberous perennial about 50cm in height, with asymmetric, notched olive-green leaves to 10cm long, pale green or sometimes reddish beneath, and nodding clusters of slightly fragrant pale pink or white flowers 2-3cm across, on long reddish stems in summer
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
LoamSand
Soil pH
AcidNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H4
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 6-9
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCity and courtyard gardensCoastalCottage and informal gardenMediterranean climate plantsPatio and container plantsConservatory and greenhouseFlower borders and beds