Begonia Bonfire® Choc Red PP22598

Scientific Name: Begonia 'Nzcfour'

Also Known As

Begonia boliviensis 'Bonfire Choc Red'
Bonfire® Choc Red Begonia
Bonfire™ Choc Red Begonia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 18"-20"
W: 16"-18"

planting zones

9a-11

Begonia Bonfire® Choc Red PP22598 plant details

Begonia Bonfire® Choc Red PP22598 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with burgundy and chocolate foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. 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 Bonfire® Choc Red PP22598

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and chocolate
Mature size: 16 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia Bonfire® Choc Red PP22598

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
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

This modern hybrid begonia creates a sheet of color, the brilliant flowers covering nearly half of the plant. Ideal as a basket or pot plant in areas with moderate summer temperatures. Requires only moist, yet well-drained friable soil, slow release flower fertilizer and a quick pinch if desired. Quickly coming into bloom in early summer, it continues to shower you with masses of flowers right up until late fall.