Buy Begonia 'Smooch'

Also Known As

Smooch Hardy Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-16"
W: 36"-48"

planting zones

6a-10b

4" | $17

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Begonia 'Smooch' plant details

Begonia 'Smooch' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture - regular 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 'Smooch'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 12 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Smooch'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

B. chitoensis x b. grandis Lovely, hardy hybrid from Ozzie Johnson, vigorous grower 16” tall stems of glossy, succulent foliage creating 3’ wide clumps, topped with good sized pink flowers on dangling stems summer to fall. Does not produce bulbils so no indiscriminate propagules in greenhouse cracks! Consistently moist, good soil and light shade. Sumptuous!