Begonia Unbelievable™ Lucky Strike PP27485

Scientific Name: Begonia 'Filuckstr'

Also Known As

Begonia 'Lucky Strike'
Begonia x boliviensis 'Lucky Strike'
Lucky Strike Begonia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 10"-14"
W: 10"-14"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia Unbelievable™ Lucky Strike PP27485 plant details

Begonia Unbelievable™ Lucky Strike PP27485 is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer apricot and yellow flowers emerge. 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 Unbelievable™ Lucky Strike PP27485

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 10 IN - 14 IN - wide, 10 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia Unbelievable™ Lucky Strike PP27485

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

Sun-dappled soft yellow and peach blooms light up bright shade areas in summer, where they flower with abandon all season long, no deadheading required. Dark green pointed leaves show off the large flowers. Easy and rewarding in pots on the porch steps or patio edges.

By: Select Seeds

Part of the Unbelievable™ Begonia series, 'Lucky Strike' has a lush growth habit with plentiful flowers from spring through fall. The semi-double blooms have lemon-yellow inner petals and peach-colored outer petals creating a striking color combination with the deep green, pointed leaves. This upright grower is well suited for large pots on the summer patio in a partially sunlit location.