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 Rose with Green leaf'
Begonia
Photo courtesy of Ball Seed
- 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:
Plant does best in full sun and part-shade. Soil should be well drained and moist, not wet, Fertilize weekly for best flowering.
Height: 18 in
Spread: 12-18 Inches
Spacing: 14 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Pink
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Container
- Indoor Forcing
- Blooms all Season
- Hanging Basket
- Border or Bed
- Low Maintenance
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
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.