Begonia boliviensis Mistral™ Pink

Scientific Name: Begonia boliviensis 'KLEBG16500'

Also Known As

Pink Begonia MISTRAL™

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 14"-16"

planting zones

9b-11

Begonia boliviensis Mistral™ Pink plant details

Begonia boliviensis Mistral™ Pink is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia boliviensis Mistral™ Pink

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 14 IN - 16 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia boliviensis Mistral™ Pink

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cascading sheets of rosy pink blooms cover the dark green pointed leaves. A lovely shade and heat tolerant plant that blooms all season long, its easy care just adds to its charms. Provide welldrained soils and water when soil dries 1-2” down. MISTRAL™ trademark is owned by of Selecta Klemm GmbH & Co. KG.