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    Begonia 'Peter Sharp'

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 12"-15"

    planting zones

    • 10a-12

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    Begonia 'Peter Sharp' plant details

    Begonia 'Peter Sharp' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy and red foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Peter Sharp'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: begoniaceae
    Foliage: evergreen burgundy and red
    Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in spring
    Uses: houseplant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Peter Sharp'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Begonia ‘Peter Sharp’ is a compact Begonia variety featuring medium sized elliptical leaves that show off tones of mahogany red, burnt orange and near black. The leaf edges are lined with fine, white hairs. Begonias grow best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with moderate water. They prefer high humidity and indirect sunlight. Apply a slow-release fertilizer sparingly in spring. This makes a beautiful accent plant for a border or container, but is primarily used as a houseplant. Even works as a terrarium specimen. Protect from frost!

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Begonia 'Peter Sharp' plant

    How to Grow Begonia 'Peter Sharp'

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • burgundy

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Size

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