Begonia 'Dark Side of the Moon' PBR
- Perennial
- 50-60 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Red to purple foliage
- Valuable foliage plant
Nearly black, glossy leaves with a warm red glow. Blooms in summer with soft, pale pink flowers. Ideal in partial shade, where the foliage glows beautifully. Keep the soil evenly moist and well-drained.
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 3 - 5 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 50 - 60 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | May - August |
| Flower colour | White, Light pink |
| Leaf colour | Brown-red, Green, Red |
| Growth habit | Ascending |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -10°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Very dry, Dry, Average, Moist, Winter dry |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal, High |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Begonia 'Dark Side of the Moon' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Begonia |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
| Origin | Hybrid |
