🌸 Begonia
Begonia spp.
ornamentals
Annual/Tuberous
Begoniaceae
☀️ Sun
Shade to Partial Shade
💧 Water
Moderate
🗺️ Zones
10-11
🧪 Soil pH
5.5-6.5
🪴 Soil Type
Rich, well-draining
🚿 Drainage
Well-drained
📏 Spacing
8-12 in
📐 Height
6-24 in
Key:🤝 Grows well together❌ Keep apart☀️ Sun needs💧 Water🗺️ Hardiness zone
🤝 Companions (3)
Shade garden companions with contrasting foliage
Both thrive in dappled shade with consistent moisture
Colorful shade companions with similar water needs
⚠️ Keep Apart (1)
Susceptible to juglone toxicity
📝 Growing Notes
Shade champion. Wax begonias tolerate sun. Tuberous types for dramatic blooms.
🛒 Buy Seeds & Plants
Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
Johnny's Selected Seeds
Botanical Interests
True Leaf Market
Burpee
Territorial Seed Company
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