The BIG Series is a cross between angel wing begonia and fibrous begonia. Flowers are white, pink or red. Heart shaped leaves are green or bronze. These plants are loved for their early blooms, large flowers and vigorous habit. Flower clusters appear from May-frost. Beautiful mass planted in gardens or used in containers.
Begonia X hybrida 'Big Red with Bronze Leaf'
Begonia
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
- Clusters of orchid-like flowers
- Glossy heart-shaped leaves
- Dark green foliage throughout the year
- Blooms spring-frost
- Vigorous performer in sun or shade
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Container
Garden
Hanging Basket
Low Maintenance
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Height: 18 in
Spread: 12-18 Inches
Spacing: 14 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Red
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Container
- Indoor Forcing
- Blooms all Season
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
- Hanging Basket
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Bronze
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Begonia (Big Series)
Common Name: Begonia
The BIG Series is a cross between angel wing begonia and fibrous begonia. Flowers are white, pink or red. Heart shaped leaves are green or bronze. These plants are loved for their early blooms, large flowers and vigorous habit. Flower clusters appear from May-frost. Beautiful mass planted in gardens or used in containers.