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Begonia 'Piccolo'

Also Known As

  • Rhizomatous Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 9"-15"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Begonia 'Piccolo' plant details

Begonia 'Piccolo' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chartreuse foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. 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 'Piccolo'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse
Mature size: 9 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Piccolo'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Piccolo has mint green leaves with a iridescent sheen, producing white flowers periodically. Nice mounding habit.

Gardening facts about Begonia 'Piccolo' plant

How to Grow Begonia 'Piccolo'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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