Begonia
Begonia is a popular summer bedding plant that works well in pots, tubs, and hanging baskets. Begonias are succulent herbaceous plants native to the tropics. They’re known for their stunning flowers and vibrant leaf patterns and hues. More than the little blooms, they are also planted for their beautiful leaves. Begonias are a favorite choice among home gardeners, and they can brighten up anything from flower beds to pots.
Common name: Begonia
Botanical name: Begonia
Family: Begoniaceae
Plant type: Annual
Hardiness zones: 7 - 11 (USDA)
Mature size: 6 - 12 inches tall, wide
Bloom time: Fall, Spring, Summer
Native areas: Brazil, Mexico, China
Types of Begonias
Begonia Cocktail Rum
Begonia Bowerae
Begonia Coccinea
Double Orange Begonia
Nonstop Rose Begonia
Begonia Olympia Red
Fibrous Begonia
Limmingheiana Begonia
Begonia Masoniana
Begonia Silver Jewel
Escargot Rex Begonia
Begonia Hydrocotylifolia
Begonia Angularis
Begonia ‘Marmaduke’
Begonia ‘Cowardly Lion’
Begonia ‘River Nile’
Begonia ‘Green Gold’
Begonia ‘Fireworks’
