An awesome sight when planted in large masses or make terrific accents in mixed containers.
Begonia semperflorens 'Cocktail Vodka'
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 as they show off all season.
- Beautiful bronze foliage
- Loads of flowers all season long
- Great for containers, hanging baskets and massed
Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: White
Interesting Notes about Wax Begonia:
The Wax Begonia is grown mainly as an annual bedding plant or in containers. This series has pink, red or white flowers accented with the dark bronze leaves and are all named after some form of cocktail; the 3 colors represented in this mix are called Whiskey, Brandy and Vodka. 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
- Drought Tolerant
- Fertilize Often
- Heat Tolerant
- Edging
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Blooms all Season
- Rock Garden
- Mass Planting
- Container
- Long Blooming
- Low Maintenance
Foliage Color:
- Bronze
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
- Full Shade
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water