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Solenia® Begonia
Begonia Solenia® Series
Pronunciation: be-GOH-nee-uh
SKU #30548
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when soil is dry to the touch.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 10 to 12 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide.
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| Description | A vigorous, sun tolerant bloomer! Each stem carries multiple blooms making this an excellent choice for a hanging basket or container. This beautiful, versatile begonia stands up to wind, fights the heat and resists mildew. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through Fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent, Hanging Basket |
| Flower Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Fern (Asplenium); Caladium (Caladium); Impatiens (Impatiens) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soil; shelter from harsh afternoon sun exposures in hotter regions. Indoors, provide bright indirect light near a sunny window. Established plants tolerate occasional dry spells. Trim back mid-season to reshape if necessary and to encourage continued bloom. Feed monthly. |
| History | The Solenia® of begonia from Beekenkamp has notable mildew resistance, are more drought and wind resistant than other types of begonias, and will thrive in full sun in all but the hottest of climates. The Solenia® series includes (but may not be limited to) the following varieties: Apricot, Chocolate Orange, Dark Orange, Dark Pink, Light Pink, Orange, Red Imp., Red Orange, Salmon Coral, Scarlet, Velvet Red, and Yellow. |
Details
| Description | A vigorous, sun tolerant bloomer! Each stem carries multiple blooms making this an excellent choice for a hanging basket or container. This beautiful, versatile begonia stands up to wind, fights the heat and resists mildew. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring through Fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Accent, Hanging Basket |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Hosta (Hosta); Coral Bells (Heuchera); Fern (Asplenium); Caladium (Caladium); Impatiens (Impatiens) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in enriched, evenly moist, well-drained soil; shelter from harsh afternoon sun exposures in hotter regions. Indoors, provide bright indirect light near a sunny window. Established plants tolerate occasional dry spells. Trim back mid-season to reshape if necessary and to encourage continued bloom. Feed monthly. |
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History
| History | The Solenia® of begonia from Beekenkamp has notable mildew resistance, are more drought and wind resistant than other types of begonias, and will thrive in full sun in all but the hottest of climates. The Solenia® series includes (but may not be limited to) the following varieties: Apricot, Chocolate Orange, Dark Orange, Dark Pink, Light Pink, Orange, Red Imp., Red Orange, Salmon Coral, Scarlet, Velvet Red, and Yellow. |
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.