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Sutherland Begonia

Begonia sutherlandii
This rare species begonia has abundant sherbet-orange flowers with bright gold centers that cascade over container edges in a shower of bloom. The light olive-green pointed leaves are beautiful in themselves, growing quickly and blooming summer to fall with little care. Overwinter dormant and dry until spring revives them for an encore show.
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Pot: 3.5" h x 2.63" w (9.5 fl oz)
Lifecycle
Annual; tender perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
9,
10
Annual Hardiness
Tender Annual
Mature Size
6" h x 1-1.5' trailing
Sun
Partial shade
Soil
Rich, moist, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Light orange
Features
Great for containers
Deer Resistant
Notable
RHS Award of Garden Merit Winner
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After frost, when nighttime temperatures remain above 55°F.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Begonia effortlessly lights up shady areas with lush leaves and masses of flowers, lovely as a summer container plant or edging beds. However, it must have good drainage to thrive. If transplanting fibrous begonias into pots, plant slightly deeper to encourage the growth of new roots and stems. Bring inside for the winter when nighttime temperatures drop below 50°F.
Final Spacing:
1-1.5'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Allow the soil to dry 1" down in small pots, 2" down from surface of larger pots before watering throughly. Avoid overwatering, which can cause root rots. Water early mornings if placed in sunnier areas to avoid leaf scorch.
Soil pH:
Acidic to neutral (6.0-7.0).
Fertilizer:
Top dress in spring with a slow-release organic all-purpose fertilizer and again in midsummer.
Diseases & Pests:
Slugs may be interested in eating begonias—if they show up, sprinkle some iron phosphate slug bait pellets on the soil around the plant. Diatomaceous earth can also be used.