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Begonia pedatifida

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-36"

planting zones

  • 7a-11

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Begonia pedatifida plant details

Begonia pedatifida is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia pedatifida

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: big leaves, container plant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia pedatifida

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the highlands of southern China, this is one of the loveliest and hardiest begonias. To only 1 ft tall with feathered leaves to about 6", pale green often veined pink with silver markings. Substantial pink flowers appear mid to late season. Best in shade, in rich soil with adequate summer water. Remains green to the mid 20s °F and resprouts in USDA zone 7.
Robust 8" dissected leaves are quite ornamental in themselves. White flowers complete the picture in summer. 1-2' tall and wide.

Gardening facts about Begonia pedatifida plant

How to Grow Begonia pedatifida

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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