Begonia 'Midnight Sun'

Also Known As

Midnight Sun Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Midnight Sun' plant details

Begonia 'Midnight Sun' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, pink, red, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular 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 'Midnight Sun'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, red, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: houseplant, textural

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Midnight Sun'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Begonia 'Midnight Sun' is a wonderful begonia hybridized by Byron Martin, Logee's owner. It won the Best New Hybrid Introduction in 1980 and we have been offering it ever since. The variegated foliage has shades of red, pink and off-white to complement the moss green. 'Midnight Sun' is strikingly beautiful. Hang in a basket or display on a table, windowsill or patio garden to evoke the beauty of 'Midnight Sun'.