Buy Begonia chitoensis ‘ChitoChocolate’ DJHT12012

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

8a-11

4" | $19

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Begonia chitoensis ‘ChitoChocolate’ DJHT12012 plant details

Begonia chitoensis ‘ChitoChocolate’ DJHT12012 is a deciduous perennial with bronze foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia chitoensis ‘ChitoChocolate’ DJHT12012

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia chitoensis ‘ChitoChocolate’ DJHT12012

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: rich

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Collected by Dan Hinkley in the Chito Region of central Taiwan, clumps of bronzed foliage 12” tall and 18” wide; pink flowers in late summer>early fall above the foliage. Hardy for us in a protected spot in bright shade in rich, well drained, consistently moist soil.