Begonia luxurians
- Perennial
- 150 cm-2,5 m high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Valuable foliage plant
- Valuable foliage plant
Exotic, perennial shrub with elegant, feathery leaves reminiscent of palm fronds. It forms an airy, upright shrub with white plumes in summer. It prefers light shade, humus-rich, well-drained soil, and shelter from strong winds and frost.
Garden use
Planting and use
Pots and small gardens
Garden style
Dry or sunny locations
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value
Seasonal interest
Care
Planting density
Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 150 - 250 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - October |
| Flower colour | white, cream, creamy white |
| Growth habit | wide |
| Growth rate | medium |
| Hardiness | down to about -5°C |
Site conditions
| Light | sunny, morning sun, evening sun, open shade, filtered |
|---|---|
| Soil moisture | summer dry, dry, average |
| Soil texture | pervious, light, normal |
| Humus | normal, high |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Begonia luxurians |
|---|---|
| Genus | Begonia |
| Family | Begoniaceae |
