Begonia 'Bonita Shea'

Begonia 'Bonita Shea' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, purple, red and variegated foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. 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 'Bonita Shea'

Plant type: perennial

Plant family: begoniaceae

Foliage: evergreen green, purple, red and variegated

Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall

Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer

Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Bonita Shea'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12

Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade

Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained