Begonia 'Lady Francis'

Also Known As

Begonia x semperflorens-cultorum 'Lady Francis'
Lady Francis Fibrous Rooted Begonia
Lady Francis Wax Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10"-16"
W: 12"-14"

planting zones

9b-12

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Begonia 'Lady Francis' plant details

Begonia 'Lady Francis' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Lady Francis'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 14 IN - wide, 10 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, showy, tropical-looking, wax begonia, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Lady Francis'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

10" tall and spreads 10-12" wide. The chocolate foliage is covered with double rose pink flower clusters almost year round. Filtered light.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Begonia 'Lady Francis' plant

How to Grow Begonia 'Lady Francis'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant