Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Hanging Basket Summer Snow'

Also Known As

Hanging Basket Summer Snow Tuberous Begonia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 10"-12"

planting zones

10a-11

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Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Hanging Basket Summer Snow' plant details

Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Hanging Basket Summer Snow' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and 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, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Hanging Basket Summer Snow'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, exotic, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Hanging Basket Summer Snow'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cool white snowy cascades . . . a new way to manage summer's heat. Okay, yes, the addition of an icy beverage might be good, too, but this is an uplifting start.

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How to Grow Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Hanging Basket Summer Snow'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant