Begonia 'Strawberry Cream'

Begonia 'Strawberry Cream' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, green, pink and variegated foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional 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 'Strawberry Cream'

Plant type: perennial

Plant family: begoniaceae

Foliage: evergreen blue, green, pink and variegated

Mature size: 4 IN - 8 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall

Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer

Uses: compact, container plant, houseplant, terrarium plant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Strawberry Cream'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12

Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade

Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional

Resistant to: heat and humidity

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained