Hardy Begonia
Complements Hostas and Ferns
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- flowering dateEarly summer to fall
- hardiness zone6-9
- height18 - 24 inches
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship as3" POT
- sun exposurePartial Shade, Full Shade
When first encountered, it's difficult to believe that this arching begonia is fully hardy to Zone 6a. It looks tropical, somewhat like a rex or angel wing begonia, but don't be fooled; it reliably returns year after year to provide color in the shade, all summer long. It's late to emerge, so be patient as you may not see activity until early June, or when temperatures really start to heat up—but once established it's a reliable bloomer. It prefers a little bit of sun, and will tolerate up to half a day, so the edge of a woodland or under a high-pruned shrub suits it just fine. At our research farm, it thrives in a border that receives morning sun but is shaded by a building all afternoon. Pendulous sprays of deep rosy-pink flowers add pops of color to shaded areas. Its thick, shiny, green leaves are accented with prominent red vines on the undersides. This perennial complements hostas, ferns and other shade-loving plants. Begonia grandis 'Heron's Pirouette'
Product Details
- botanical nameBegonia grandis 'Heron's Pirouette'
- flowering dateEarly summer to fall
- flower colorPink
- flower formLarge, pendulous sprays, up to 12" long, of individual deep rosy pink flowers.
- foliage typeThick, shiny, fleshy, triangular to heart-shaped, mid-green leaves with prominent red veins on the undersides.
- formPerennial
- growth rateModerate.
- hardiness zone6-9
- height18 - 24 inches
- planting instructionsPrefers a lightly shaded area, sheltered from strong winds. Set plant at the same level it is growing at in the container, firm soil and water thoroughly.
- pruningNone necessary.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonSpring
- ship as3" POT
- soil requirementWell-drained, moisture retentive, richly organic soil. Never allow plant to dry out during the growing season.
- spacing15 - 18 inches
- spread15 - 18 inches
- sun exposurePartial Shade, Full Shade
- winter careApply organic mulch in cooler zones.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:
| 2024 Spring Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, and Shrubs |
| 3A-3B | 4/29/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 4A-4B | 4/29/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 5A | 4/18/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 5B | 3/25/24 -5/31/24 |
| 6A | 3/11/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 6B | 2/26/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 7A | 2/22/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 7B | 2/19/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 8A | 2/15/24 - 5/10/24 |
| 8B | 2/12/24 - 5/10/24 |
| 9A-10B | 2/5/24 - 5/10/24 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 7B: 5/27/24 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/10/24 |
