Odorata Begonia Mix
SKU: AM017347
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Overview
The Odorata Begonia Mix has lightly fragranced double flowers in shades of pink, white and red that start blooming in mid-summer and last until frost. Shaded or partly-shaded decks and patios get a beautiful boost when the gardener grows Odorata tuberous begonias in containers. The succulent green foliage is vigorous and loves moisture retentive soil. (Begonia tuberhybrida)
key features
Botanical Name
Begonia odorata
Advantages
Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Easy To Grow, Fragrant, Container Planting, Small Spaces
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Bring indoors in colder zones
Light Requirements
Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Mature Height
10-12" - Cascading
Bulb Spacing
3 per sq ft
Bloom Time
Summer
SKU
AM017347
Description
(10-12” tall x 12-18” wide) The soft color scheme of Odorata Mixture Begonias has been professionally combined, allowing you to effortlessly create a seductive combination of scent and flower color in your shady and part-shade containers. Fully double, succulent blooms come in shades of pink, white and red and are held on strong stems just above dark green serrated foliage. Begonia Tubers can be started indoors for early bloom, or outside when temperatures warm above freezing. Odorata Mixture Begonias are usually at their best in containers where the abundant blooms can reach high or loosely fall over the sides of the pot. Plant in rich, moisture-retentive soil that drains well. Watering too much can rot the tubers, which should be planted on their sides with the top of tuber at soil level. If planting in garden beds, make sure soil is moist but well-draining and ensure the plants are sheltered from afternoon sun.
