Botanical name | Begonia semperorens |
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Plant Care |
![]() Half Sun
Half Sun – Prefers 3 To 6 Hours of Sunlight a Day. ![]() Shade
Shade – Prefers Low Light Levels. ![]() Semi Frost Hardy
Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures. ![]() Moderate Watering
Moderate Watering – Requires Regular Watering. ![]() Non Indigenous
Non Indigenous – Exotic to South Africa. |
Size | |
Categories | |
Flowers | Flower colours range from red and deep rose to coral, pink and white. Bicolours are available. |
Common name(s) | Bedding begonia |
Origin | |
Foliage | Description: Bronze in Autumn, Spring, Summer and Winter. |
Uses in landscape design | Begonias are ideal for semi-shaded areas. |
Planting instructions | Begonias are ideal for semi-shaded areas. |
Maintenance | Regular watering. |
Soil conditions | They require humus-enriched soil. |
Propagation | Begonias can be propagated by cuttings and transplant well. |
When to sow |
Begonia semperorens (Bedding begonia)
- Botanical name: Begonia semperorens
- Common name(s): Bedding begonia
- Categories: Annuals
Plant description:
Begonias are ideal for semi-shaded areas. They need humus-enriched soil and regular watering. Sow seeds in autumn, winter or spring and do not cover; plants should flower about 18 weeks after sowing. Begonias can be propagated by cuttings and transplant well. The B. semperflorens ‘Senator’, ‘Rio’ and ‘Cocktail’ series are bronzeleafed; ‘Varsity’ and ‘Ambassador’ have green leaves; ‘Inferno’ and ‘Glamour’ are taller, growing to 400mm, with larger flowers. Colours range from red and deep rose to coral, pink and white. Bicolours are available.
Botanical Pronunciation: bee-GO-nee-uh x sem-pur-FLOR-enz-kull-TOR
Begonia semperorens requirements and features

Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
Flower colours range from red and deep rose to coral, pink and white. Bicolours are available.
Description: Bronze in Autumn, Spring, Summer and Winter.