Photo by Avant Gardens
Used with permission, all rights reserved
Begonia 'River Nile'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Begonia 'River Nile' plant details
Begonia 'River Nile' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chocolate, green and variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. 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 'River Nile'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: begoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chocolate, green and variegated
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'River Nile'
- 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
By: Avant Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Begonia 'River Nile'
Gardening facts about Begonia 'River Nile' plant
How to Grow Begonia 'River Nile'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- chocolate
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Begonia for your garden
aka Polka Dot Cane Begonia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 12"-18"
- bright shade - dappled shade
- even moisture
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-4'
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-15"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Imperial Begonia
Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-24"
- bright shade - shade
- regular
aka Begonia maculata 'Cadbury', Angel Wing Begonia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
11-12
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 2'-3'
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved