Begonia 'Tweedle Dee'

Also Known As

Tweedle Dee Begonia

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Tweedle Dee' plant details

Begonia 'Tweedle Dee' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Tweedle Dee'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: caudex-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Tweedle Dee'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This remarkable begonia creates an outstanding bonsai with its smooth, thick caudex and tiny, deeply-lobed, pointed leaves. 'Tweedle Dee' has distinctive silver markings along the edges of the green leaves. Small white flowers bloom summer to fall. It prefers somewhat dry conditions so make sure to let the soil dry out between waterings. Sold in either a 3" ceramic bonsai pot (colors and shapes vary) or a 2.5" plastic pot.