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Begonia 'Wild Pony'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Begonia 'Wild Pony' plant details

Begonia 'Wild Pony' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chocolate, green and variegated foliage. In spring white 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 'Wild Pony'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen chocolate, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Wild Pony'

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

An easy to grow and quite vigorous rhizomatous Begonia with bold dark mahogany veining on medium apple green leaves. Foliage displays a slight spiral design. White flowers in winter. plants can grow to 2' tall and 3' wide over time, even larger in mild climates when grown outdoors year round.

Gardening facts about Begonia 'Wild Pony' plant

How to Grow Begonia 'Wild Pony'

  • 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

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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