The name comes from the shape of the leaf, which is pointed at the end and wing-shaped. A single plant will completely overflow a container and this variety is very heat tolerant. Height will reach 15 inches but the plant will spread substantially more than that. Covered with an abundance of pink blooms with a rose reverse. A spectacular display all summer, then easily overwintered.

5 pelleted seeds

PLANTING

Begonia hybrida

Annual

Germination: 15-30 days

Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-80F

Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface and press into soil, seeds need light to germinate

Starting Indoors: Start indoors 12-16 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-80F soil temperatures until germination. Transplant after the last frost, 12-15 apart

Sowing Outdoors: Direct sowing is not recommended

Growth Habit: Upright

Height and Width: 12-18″ x 15-18″

Spacing: 12-15″ apart

Light Needs: Part sun

Soil Needs: Fertile, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed: 110-120 days

Uses: Shade gardens, flower beds, containers, hanging baskets, window boxes

Care: Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting. Apply a liquid fertilizer every 3-4 weeks or use a time-release fertilizer at planting time. Deadhead to encourage more flower production. Cut back plants at the end of the season and bring inside for a houseplant.