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(Begonia grandis)
Hardy Begonia (Begonia grandis)
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TANAKA Juuyoh (田中十洋)
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Summary
Begonia grandis, commonly known as Hardy Begonia, is a herbaceous perennial native to woodland margins, valley forests, and stream banks in China and Japan. It typically grows to a height of 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) and spreads 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) wide. The plant features attractive, heart-shaped leaves that are green on the top and red underneath, creating a striking contrast. The pink or white flowers are showy and bloom from late summer through fall, adding color to the garden when many other plants have finished flowering.
Hardy Begonia is valued for its shade tolerance and ornamental foliage, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and container plantings. It prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. While it is hardy to USDA zones 6–7, in colder climates, it can be grown as an annual or its tubers can be overwintered indoors. It is relatively low maintenance but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and requires good air circulation to prevent this issue. Hardy Begonia can spread by self-seeding and may naturalize in ideal conditions, but it is not typically invasive.CC BY-SA 4.0
Hardy Begonia is valued for its shade tolerance and ornamental foliage, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and container plantings. It prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. While it is hardy to USDA zones 6–7, in colder climates, it can be grown as an annual or its tubers can be overwintered indoors. It is relatively low maintenance but can be susceptible to powdery mildew and requires good air circulation to prevent this issue. Hardy Begonia can spread by self-seeding and may naturalize in ideal conditions, but it is not typically invasive.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1.5-2 feet
- Width: 1.5-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, White
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water: Medium, High
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Groundcover, Hummingbird Garden, Potted Plant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
native to woodland margins, valley forests, and stream banks in China and Japan
Other Names
Common Names: Hardy Begonia, Japansk Begonia, 베고니아
Scientific Names: , Begonia grandis, Begonia evansiana var. simsii, Begonia evansiana var. sinensis, Begonia evansiana var. unialata, Begonia sinensis var. haemaloneura, Begonia sinensis var. puberula,
GBIF Accepted Name: Begonia grandis Dryand.