Begonia 'Peter Piper'

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

Begonia 'Peter Piper' plant details

Begonia 'Peter Piper' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze, chocolate, green, red and variegated foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional 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 'Peter Piper'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, chocolate, green, red and variegated
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Peter Piper'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

We found this gem at Kartuz Greenhouses in Vista CA. a recent hybrid from Brad Thompson, 'Peter Piper' is a cute smaller spiral leaved rhizomatous Begonia with orange-amber colored foliage. Our 2 year old mother plant is about 8" tall and 12" wide. It prefers a quick draining soil and dappled shade.