BIG Begonia

Key features from Benary

• Big flowers, about 3 inches from top to bottom
• Flowers on top of the foliage create a ball of color in gardens
• Super glossy leaves that look “manicured” all season
• Thrives in full sun to full shade in every area of the country

How long has it been on the market?

Since 2009

Consumer care requirements

Use a time-released fertilizer when planting, then water them daily for about two weeks. After that, just make sure they get about an inch of water a week.

Container suggestions

Rudbeckia ‘Denver Daisy:’ Petunia SUCCESS! Series, Gomphrena Las Vegas Series; Pentas Graffiti Series; Salvia Victoria Blue; and Grasses like Nassella Pony Tails

Habit

Full and mounded habit

Sun/shade requirements

Thrives in full sun to full shade in all areas of the country

USDA Zones

BIG’s are considered annuals, but can handle a light frost

Grows to width/height

BIG’s grow to a 24-inch-tall mound, with a width of about 18 inches