Begonia grandis 'Alba'

Also Known As

Begonia evansiana 'Grandis Alba'
Begonia grandis subsp. evansiana 'Alba'
White Hardy Begonia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

6a-10b

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Begonia grandis 'Alba' plant details

Begonia grandis 'Alba' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 grandis 'Alba'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, showy, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia grandis 'Alba'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
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

The foliage of this beautiful 1-2' clump forming perennial is glistening-green above and prettily red-tinted beneath. The lush leaves are a lovely background for its summer-into-fall sprays of delicate white flowers. The blossoms hang from red stems and feature bright-yellow centers. This is truly an exquisite plant for the shade garden or container. PSh-S/M

By: Forestfarm

Zn 6. Clumping perennial. White flowers. Shade.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Yes indeed, it is a hardy Begonia. Hardy to zone 6 if you plant it in the ground although it won't be happy with you if you let it freeze it in its pot though. Good soil that retains moisture in shade to filtered light and everyone will be happy. Dormant in winter and coming back from tubers in early summer. Nice white flowers on this form and are held on stems that can reach 28" tall in favored conditions.