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    Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity'

    Also Known As

    • Begonia grandis ssp. evansiana 'Wildwood Purity'
    • Wildwood Purity Hardy Begonia

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 12"-24"
    • W: 6"-36"

    planting zones

    • 6a-10b

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    Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity' plant details

    Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green and red foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - 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 grandis 'Wildwood Purity'

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: begoniaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green and red
    Mature size: 6 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
    Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A classic selection from Thurman, 1" white flowers are set off by the blood red leaf backs, an outstanding selection. ZONE 5

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity' plant

    How to Grow Begonia grandis 'Wildwood Purity'

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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