Begonia 'Mr. O'Flaherty'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

9a-10a

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Begonia 'Mr. O'Flaherty' plant details

Begonia 'Mr. O'Flaherty' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy, green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Mr. O'Flaherty'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Uses: big leaves, container plant, houseplant, tropical, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Mr. O'Flaherty'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10a
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This upright rhizomatous type begonia has burgundy leaves with a star-shaped center, with it's dark color extending along the veins, across lighter fields of green with flecks of white to dark leaf margins. Hybridized by the late Brad Thompson, it also works well as a houseplant. 24" tall to 24" wide. Part sun to light shade. Possibly hardy to as low as USDA Zone 9, best protected in winter.