Begonia boliviensis 'Million Kisses Elegance'
Begonia 'Million Kisses Elegance', Trailing Begonia 'Million Kisses Elegance', Million Kisses Series, Begonia 'Yagance'
A most vigorous trailing Begonia, Begonia boliviensis 'Million Kisses Elegance' produces masses of blushed pink white blossoms held on bright red stems amongst large, arrow-shaped, neatly serrated, green leaves. It is perfect for vertical gardens with its elegant cascades of pastel, elongated flowers resembling fuchsias. Heat and drought-tolerant, introduce this Begonia to your containers and hanging baskets, and you will be rewarded with brilliant notes of color throughout summer and fall!
- Winner of the Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Enjoying continuous blooms from late spring to fall, this Begonia typically grows up to 10-12 in. tall (25-30 cm) and 30-36 in. wide (75-90 cm).
- Prefers locations that have partial shade and light, rich, moist, and well-drained soils. Full shade is tolerated, but expect fewer (but larger) flowers and lower growth. Provide good air circulation and protect your Begonias from strong winds!
- Ridiculously easy to grow and carefree.
- This Begonia is not winter hardy. In cooler areas than zones 9-11, dig up the tubers before the first frost and store them dormant in a cool dry place over winter.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Begonia |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" – 30" (60cm – 75cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Hanging Baskets, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Traditional Garden |
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 9
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Begonia |
Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24" – 30" (60cm – 75cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought |
Garden Uses | Hanging Baskets, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, Traditional Garden |