Begonia 'Thurstonii'

Also Known As

Begonia thurstonii
Shrub Begonia

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Thurstonii' plant details

Begonia 'Thurstonii' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with bronze, burgundy and green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - 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 'Thurstonii'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, burgundy and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Thurstonii'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A heirloom variety from years ago, vigorous, large, shrub type. Metallic glossy dark green leaves with red undersides. Hardy zone 8 , likes shade, let dry between waterings.. Fuzzy maroon pink flowers clusters during summer. A real showpiece.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Wonderful glossy dark olive green leaves undersided in red, this begonia has a shrub-like habit and can get quite large. Flowers appear in summer and are a fuzzy maroon pink.