did you know?

The hardy begonia is native to Malaysia, Japan, and China. Begonias are monoecious meaning each plant bears separate male and female flowers. The female flowers are easily identified by the winged ovary beneath the petals.

general maintenance:

Cut foliage to the ground after first frost or before spring growth resumes.

pests/diseases:

Hardy begonia is relatively carefree.

how to sow/plant:

Plant in spring or fall in a shady, moist site. Amend soil with well-rotted manure or compost. Plant container-grown begonias at the same depth they were in pot. Space at a distance equal to, or slightly less, than the mature spread. Mulch to conserve moisture.

water and fertilize:

Maintain soil all season. At the start of each season, apply all-purpose fertilizer, following label directions.

garden hint:

Hardy begonias are late to emerge in spring. Mark the site in fall so you don't accidently dig up the bed the next spring. Begonias return from tubers and self-seed.

features:

• Attractive Flowers
• Attractive Foliage
• Fragrant
• Shade Tolerant

garden uses:

• Ground Cover
• Shade Woodland Garden

other uses:

combine with:

other shade-loving plants like false goatsbeard dead nettle lungwort foam flower hostas, and ferns.