Begonia 'Sinbad'

Also Known As

Begonia 'Sinbad Pink'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Sinbad' plant details

Begonia 'Sinbad' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - occasional 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 'Sinbad'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Sinbad'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Begonia ‘Sinbad Pink’ is a hybrid Angelwing sporting small-to-medium sized leaves with silvery, pebbled surfaces. Showy pink flower clusters hang down year round. A thick stemmed hybrid with a shrubby habit. Begonias grow best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with moderate water. Apply a slow-release fertilizer sparingly in spring. A beautiful accent plant for borders or containers, or grown as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

By: Little Prince of Oregon

An heirloom selection with dusky green leaves overlaid with silver. Pink flowers are produced all summer. Begonias prefer dryer shade conditions and are perfect under an overhang or porch roof. 14".