Begonia boliviensis 'Santa Cruz Sunset'

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

7b-11

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Begonia boliviensis 'Santa Cruz Sunset' plant details

Begonia boliviensis 'Santa Cruz Sunset' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia boliviensis 'Santa Cruz Sunset'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia boliviensis 'Santa Cruz Sunset'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This NEW and highly desirable species Begonia is drop-dead gorgeous, non-stop blooming and INCREDIBLY HEAT TOLERANT! Forming trailing mounds of deep green, angel-winged leaves to 2’, it’s perfect for hanging baskets, shady pots... or anywhere in the garden where you want gorgeous foliage densely packed with a mesmerizing, super-sized (to 3”) flame-like vermillion blooms that’ll keep up the show all the way from Spring thru first frost. Hardy to USDA zone 7b, it goes deciduous in Winter and returns from tuberous roots in late Spring – once established, it is drought and heat tolerant – although in VERY hot weather, a bit of shade is preferred. If planted in the ground, make sure it gets good drainage.