Begonia x tuberhybrida Scentiment® Sunrise PP12808

Scientific Name: Begonia x tuberhybrida '77KL Sunrise'

Also Known As

Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Begonia Scentiment Sunrise'
Begonia Scentiment Sunrise Fragrant Tuberous Begonia

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

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

planting zones

9b-11

Begonia x tuberhybrida Scentiment® Sunrise PP12808 plant details

Begonia x tuberhybrida Scentiment® Sunrise PP12808 is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer apricot, pink and yellow 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 Scentiment® Sunrise PP12808

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: apricot, pink and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, exotic, fragrant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia x tuberhybrida Scentiment® Sunrise PP12808

USDA Zones: 9b - 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

With elegant break-of-dawn hues that virtually guarantee a good day, Sunrise produces full, multi-branched begonias with generous numbers of flowers. New, novel and extraordinary enough to be patented, these fragrant treasures deliver both endless 4-5" blooms and enticing scent. Ideal for hanging baskets and upright enough for containers. Close your eyes, inhale and dream.

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How to Grow Begonia x tuberhybrida Scentiment® Sunrise PP12808

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