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Begonia 'Fem'
Also Known As
- Begonia Fem™
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-10"
- W: 8"-15"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Begonia 'Fem' plant details
Begonia 'Fem' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chocolate and green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Fem'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: begoniaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Fem'
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Begonia Fem™ PPAF is a showy compact Rex Begonia displaying ruffled, apple green leaves edged in dark maroon markings. They are easy to grow, with a rhizomatous clump habit.
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How to Grow Begonia 'Fem'
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Features
Flower Color
- pink
Foliage Color
- green
- chocolate
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
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Perennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 12"-15"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 12"-18"
- bright shade - dappled shade
- even moisture
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