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Begonia 'Tiger Kitten'
Also Known As
- Begonia hybrida 'Tiger Kitten'
- Small leaf rhizomatous Begonia
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4"-8"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Begonia 'Tiger Kitten' plant details
Begonia 'Tiger Kitten' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chartreuse, chocolate and green foliage. In spring and winter pink and white 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 'Tiger Kitten'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: begoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, chocolate and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, terrarium plant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Tiger Kitten'
- 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
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How to Grow Begonia 'Tiger Kitten'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- chartreuse
- green
- chocolate
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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