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Begonia imperialis

Also Known As

  • Imperial Begonia

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Begonia imperialis plant details

Begonia imperialis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue, green and variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia imperialis

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia imperialis

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Begonia imperialis is a majestic plant featuring silvery green, heart-shaped foliage with dark green stripes and a pebbly, textured surface. This rhizomatous Begonia species will spread and makes a wonderful groundcover where hardy.

Gardening facts about Begonia imperialis plant

How to Grow Begonia imperialis

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-8'

Width: 2'-4'

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  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-48"

Width: 12"-24"

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  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

10a-12

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-18"

  • mostly sun - shade
  • even moisture - occasional
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Zones

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Width: 8"-12"

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 12"-18"

  • bright shade - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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