An awesome sight when planted in large masses or make terrific accents in mixed containers.
Begonia semperflorens 'Ambassador Pink'
Wax Begonia
Tips for Homeowners:
Begonia can be brought indoors to overwinter and should be cut back and placed in a very sunny spot. When growing outside water and fertilize on a regular basis.
Rate this Plant:
Size means nothing when viewing the charming flowers of this begonia with its clear pink flowers and light to bright green leaves.
- Vigorous and uniform growth
- Full-on color all season
- Great in the border or as edging
Height: 8-10 in
Spread: 6-8 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Pink
Interesting Notes about Wax Begonia:
The Wax Begonia is grown mainly as an annual bedding plant or in containers. This variety has pink flowers accented with green leaves. They prefer partial sun, and as long as there is adequate water will grow in full sun. In full shade they may produce fewer flowers, but are still a power house of color.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Border or Bed
- Long Blooming
- Edging
- Container
- Blooms all Season
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Summer Bloomer
- Low Maintenance
- Rock Garden
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Humming-birds
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water