What are illumination begonias?

What are illumination begonias?

Tuberous begonias are renowned for their bright colours and long flowering season. Begonia ‘Illumination Scarlet’ bears large, pendent, bright red blooms on a bushy, cascading plant with fresh green foliage. It’s perfect for growing in pots and hanging baskets, and thrives in full sun to shade.

Is begonia a rose?

Begonias are tender perennials, grown for their colorful flowers and foliage. Most begonias can be grown outdoors in pots, in the ground, or in hanging baskets in filtered light and moist, but well drained soil. This plant enjoys filtered light but can take some sun in winter. …

Is Begonia illumination a perennial?

What is Half-Hardy Perennial? Great option for easy maintenance and long flowering summer window boxes, planters, patio pots and hanging baskets. They have a cascading habit, making them a good choice for hanging baskets. …

Do non stop begonias come back?

Non-stop begonias will grow from seeds and cuttings, but divisions from their tuberous roots work best for propagating them at home. North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension Service recommends starting the tubers indoors in late winter roughly two to three months before the last spring frost.

What kind of flower is begonias?

Begonia is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Begoniaceae. The genus contains more than 2,000 different plant species. The Begonias are native to moist subtropical and tropical climates. Some species are commonly grown indoors as ornamental houseplants in cooler climates.

What color is begonia?

Begonia

genus name Begonia
flower color Orange White Pink Yellow
season features Spring Bloom Fall Bloom Summer Bloom
special features Low Maintenance Good for Containers
zones 7 8 9 10 11