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Begonia 'Eureka Green Leaf Red' (Semperflorens Cultorum Group)

Family Begoniaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   11   RHS:   FT   EGF:   G2   Australia:   5  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Spread 20 - 25 cm (8 - 10 in)
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tender perennial Begonia 'Eureka Green Leaf Red' (Semperflorens Cultorum Group) (fibrous begonia) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and medium red flowers during early summer to mid fall. The glossy foliage is dark green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses Annual, bedding plant, border, container, edging, ground cover, house plant and tropical.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Begonia 'Eureka Green Leaf Red' (Semperflorens Cultorum Group) (fibrous begonia) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.