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Begonia 'Immortality'
Immortality Hardy Begonia
Item #: 16726
Zones: 7b to 9b, at least
Dormancy: Winter
Height: 24" tall
Origin: Hybrid
Pot Size: 3.5" pot (24 fl. oz/0.7 L)
Begonia 'Immortality' is a 2021 Plant Delights/JLBG introduction of a winter hardy seedling we selected from a strain of winter hardy bedding begonias. In 2014, NC gardener Ralph Whisnant shared seed from a strain of winter hardy bedding begonias. We grew out hundreds, from which we selected unique forms for in-ground hardiness trials. Only two selections survived the winter extremes here in 2017, one of which we recognized as being outstanding. Begonia 'Immortality' is either a selection or hybrid of Begonia cucullata, but without the tendency to seed around like the species. The 2' tall x 2' wide plants emerge with green leaves, edged red, and topped with a parade of pink flowers from spring through late summer. We recommend these get some direct sun for part of the day where possible, since increased light intensity increases winter hardiness.
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Other Attributes
Genus: Begonia
Flower Color: Pink
Leaf Color: Green
Bloom Time: Summer
Garden Themes: Cottage Garden Plants , Living Wall
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