Go Back Dragon Wing Red Begonia

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:12 PM
Begonia 'Bepared' Dragon Wing Red
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    Plant Type: Annuals

    Frost tender perennial. Grown as an annual. It is noted for its tolerance to hot and humid summers. It is easily grown in average to moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils in full sun to full shade. Generally appreciates some afternoon shade. Plants are best with consistent moisture throughout the growing season, but will tolerate some short periods of drought.

    Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date, purchase starter plants or take cuttings from overwintered plants. Set plants out after last frost date. Container plants may be cut back in fall and overwintered indoors. Cool location with reduced watering. Propagation from seed can be difficult due to the small size of the seed, and seed should not be sown directly in the garden.

    DRAGOON WING RED is a compact F1 hybrid begonia that features angel wing-like, shiny green leaves and large drooping scarlet flowers.It is a compact, bushy, fibrous-rooted plant that typically forms dense mounds to 15-18" tall and as wide of fleshy, semi-trailing stems. It is a superb annual for shaded areas, with flowers reliably blooming throughout the growing season (May to October).

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    Flower Color

    Red

    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

    1-1.5 ft.

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    1-1.5 ft.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    10-11

    Soil Moisture

    Medium

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Hanging baskets, window boxes, containers or bedding areas. Good plant for accent or edging in shade gardens.

    Bloom Time

    May until frost,

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Part shade to full shade

    Growth Rate

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    Seasonal Interests

    Hanging baskets, window boxes, containers or bedding areas. Good plant for accent or edging in shade gardens.