Solenia
Begonia hybrid 'Solenia Velvet Red'
Eliator Begonia
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
- Sun tolerant Begonia!
- Vigorous growth
- Multi-stemmed; heavy flowering plant
- Excellent choice for hanging baskets and containers
- Mildew resistant
Border or Bed
Container
Drought Tolerant
Ground Cover
Long Blooming
Mass Planting
No Deadheading
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers evenly moist, well drained soil. Once etablished can tolerate dry spells. Trim as needed to reshape plant and promote more branching and blossoms. Feed regularly.
Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 8-12 in
Spacing: 8-12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~6 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 10-11
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Long Blooming
- Ground Cover
- Container
- No Deadheading
- Drought Tolerant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water