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Begonia carolineifolia
Also Known As
- Begonia carolinifolia
- Palm Leaf Begonia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Begonia carolineifolia plant details
Begonia carolineifolia is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia carolineifolia
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: begoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: caudex-forming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia carolineifolia
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Begonia carolineifolia
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-36"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
- bright shade - dappled shade
- even moisture
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