Begonia grandis subsp. evansiana (Hardy Begonia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Genus | Begonia |
| Species | grandis |
| Subspecies | evansiana |
| Category | Perennials |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 6a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H2 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | 1 -5 |
| Height | 45 - 60 cm |
| Spread | 45 - 60 cm |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Tuberous deciduous perennial. |
| ID Characteristic | Deep green leaves with sometimes a reddish bottom and clusters of pinkish-white flowers. |
| Shape | Tufted. |
| Landscape | Works well in woodland gardens or borders. |
| Cultivation | Grown best indoors in well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Powdery mildew. |
| Notable Specimens | RHS Garden Rosemoor, North Devon, England. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
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