Begonia glabra
Also Known As
- Trailing Begonia
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 1'-12'
- W: 1'-12'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Begonia glabra plant details
Begonia glabra is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 glabra
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: begoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 12 FT - wide, 1 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: container plant, heart-shaped leaves, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia glabra
- 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
Gardening facts about Begonia glabra plant
How to Grow Begonia glabra
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
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- winter
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4'-8'
Width: 2'-4'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 12"-48"
Width: 12"-24"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-18"
- mostly sun - shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 8"-10"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-18"
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- even moisture - regular
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