An awesome sight when planted in large masses or make terrific accents in mixed containers.
Begonia semperflorens 'Party Pink Bronze Leaf'
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:
Pretty pink flowers contrast beautifully with the bushy, bronze foliage and will decorate the container or border.
- Vigorous and uniform growth
- Full-on color all season
- Great in the border or as edging
Height: 6-15 in
Spread: 8-18 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 bronze 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:
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Low Maintenance
- Great Foliage
- Container
- Long Blooming
- Drought Tolerant
- Blooms all Season
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Bronze
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water