Begonia 'Dragon Wings'

Begonia 'Dragon Wings'

Begonia 'Dragon Wings'

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Begonia 'Dragon Wings' – A Bold and Beautiful Addition to Your Garden

Bring bold color and dramatic beauty to your garden with the stunning Begonia 'Dragon Wings'. Known for its large, glossy red or white wings and rich green foliage, this hybrid begonia thrives in both sun and shade, making it an ideal choice for brightening up shaded garden areas, containers, or hanging baskets. Whether you’re looking for a vibrant focal point or a low-maintenance garden plant, *Begonia 'Dragon Wings'* offers the perfect combination of beauty and durability.

Key Features:

  • Ideal for Containers and Hanging Baskets: Its compact and bushy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for adding color to containers, hanging baskets, or garden beds. It is large enough to to make a hanging basket look full of colour and charm - lush green with speckles of colour! Begonia 'Dragon Wings' does very well in Sydney's weather.
  • Bold, Wing-Shaped Leaves: The distinctive, large, wing-shaped leaves of Begonia 'Dragon Wings' create a striking contrast of deep green and vibrant red or white, adding a touch of elegance to any garden.
  • Continuous Blooms: Enjoy an extended flowering period from spring to frost, with clusters of beautiful red or white blooms that add color to your space throughout the growing season.
  • Versatile Growing Conditions: This begonia thrives in both sun and shade, making it perfect for filling in darker spots or adding bright color to sunny areas.
  • Low Maintenance: With its drought tolerance and ability to flourish in a variety of soils, Begonia 'Dragon Wings' is an easy-care plant that thrives with minimal attention.
  • Attracts Pollinators: The vibrant flowers attract bees and butterflies, creating a lively, pollinator-friendly environment in your garden.

Growing Tips for Begonia 'Dragon Wings':

  • Sunlight: Prefers partial to full shade but can tolerate some morning sunlight. Ideal for shaded areas or containers.
  • Watering: Keep the soil moderately moist. Water regularly but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
  • Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
  • Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance.

Whether you're enhancing a shaded garden spot or adding a pop of color to your patio or balcony, *Begonia 'Dragon Wings'* is the perfect plant for a striking, low-maintenance display. Its vibrant blooms and bold foliage will captivate any garden enthusiast. Add it to your collection and enjoy months of effortless beauty!

Light requirement: Bright indirect sunlight and Part sun/part shade

Water requirement: Medium

Watering frequency:

Soil: Rich, well-draining, organic soil

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Fast

Suitable for containers: Yes

More info: Prefers rich, well-draining soil

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering

Trim old flowers to encourage continuous blooming

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Drought tolerance: Medium

Frost tolerance: Low

Wind tolerance: Medium

Disease and pest susceptibility: Generally pest-resistant but can be affected by powdery mildew in humid conditions

Mature height: 0.65 m

Mature width: 0.8 m

Suitable for shaping: No

Colour: Green

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display

Flower colour: Red or pink

Flower fragrant: No

Flowering season: Year-round in warm climates

Fruit: No

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