Begonia 'Careless Whisper'

Also Known As

Thick-Stem Hybrid Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-18"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Careless Whisper' plant details

Begonia 'Careless Whisper' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze and green foliage. In spring and winter pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low 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 'Careless Whisper'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Careless Whisper'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rhizomatous hybrid begonia with large wavy double spiraled olive green leaves and red stems. A medium sized plant with extra thick stems. Pinkish white flowers during winter to spring. Likes shade to dappled light. Let dry between waterings. Begonias do not like temps below 50 degrees.