Begonia 'Benigo'

Also Known As

Begonia 'Benigo Pink'
Benigo Pink Angelwing Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 10"-15"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Benigo' plant details

Begonia 'Benigo' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze, green, pink, red and variegated foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and 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 'Benigo'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, green, pink, red and variegated
Mature size: 10 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Benigo'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
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

Begonia ‘Benigo Pink’ is an Angelwing Begonia with reddish-green, silver spotted leaves with red undersides. Displays pink flower clusters at the branch tips. This is a medium cane-type Begonia with an upright, bushy, branching growth habit. Begonias grow best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with moderate water. Apply a slow-release fertilizer sparingly in spring. A beautiful accent plant for borders or containers, or grown as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!