Hardy Begonia 'Heron’s Pirouette'
Exquisite and charming, Begonia grandis ‘Heron’s Pirouette’ (Hardy Begonia) is a tuberous perennial boasting long-lasting sprays of dainty rich pink flowers from midsummer to fall. Borne on branching pinkish-red stems, they rise atop the lush foliage of large, winged-shaped, mid-green leaves. Slow-sprouting, this shade-loving perennial forms a pretty bushy mound that mixes well with hostas and ferns in the shade garden. A desirable begonia variety helping to brighten dark corners.
| Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Begoniaceae |
| Genus | Begonia |
| Common names | Begonia |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
| Hardiness |
6 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
5 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Begoniaceae |
| Genus | Begonia |
| Common names | Begonia |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Full Shade, Deer, Rabbit |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |
How many Begonia grandis ‘Heron’s Pirouette’ (Hardy Begonia) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Begonia grandis ‘Heron’s Pirouette’ (Hardy Begonia) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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