Begonia 'Gene Daniels'

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

9b-12

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Begonia 'Gene Daniels' plant details

Begonia 'Gene Daniels' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with burgundy and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Gene Daniels'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Gene Daniels'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Talk about tall dark & handsome. I have it in the worst way for this dark leaved Begonia & I bet I'm not the only one swooning. Shrubby & upright to 4' tall, the matte black leaves (or maroon-green, depending on where the plant is grown & how the light is catching it) light up cherry red when backlit & the whole gorgeous form of the plant is overseen by an ongoing show of 1" petite pink flowers. Gene! You're dreamy! Should you be lucky enough to bag one of these dashing specimens, please give him a shady spot with rich, humusy soil & be sure to protect him from any nasty frosts & freezes. A creation of Santa Barbara Begonia expert Rudy Ziesenhenne, 'Gene' was introduced in 1975.