Begonia Doublet Red 4.5"

Begonia Doublet Red

Vibrant Blooms Meets Dramatic Foliage

Bring high-impact color and sophisticated texture to your garden with the Begonia Doublet Red. Known for its abundance of "rosebud" blossoms, this variety features dainty, frilly red flowers that bloom continuously from mid-spring all the way to the first frost. Its succulent, heart-shaped leaves offer a stunning coppery-bronze undertone, providing a dark, dramatic backdrop that makes the cherry-red petals truly pop.

Unlike many begonias, the Doublet series is incredibly resilient, handling everything from full sun to partial shade with ease. Its compact, uniform growth habit makes it a "no-fuss" favorite for garden borders, patio containers, and hanging baskets.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Continuous Color: Non-stop blooming from spring through fall—no deadheading required!

• Dazzling Contrast: Striking cherry-red double flowers set against deep bronze foliage.

• Versatile Performer: Thrives in a variety of light conditions, from full sun to shade.

• Low Maintenance: Heat tolerant, self-cleaning, and naturally resistant to pests and deer.

• Pollinator Friendly: A magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds.

Quick Care Guide:

• Light: Full Sun to Part Shade (Bronze leaves are more sun-tolerant than green varieties).

• Water: Moderate; water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry. Avoid getting water on the leaves to keep them pristine.

• Size: Grows to a tidy 10–12" tall and wide.

• Hardiness: Annual (USDA Zones 9–11 as a perennial). Can be overwintered indoors as a houseplant in colder climates.

• Spacing: Plant 8–10" apart for a lush, mounded carpet of color.

Pro Tip: Use the Begonia Doublet Red as a "filler" in your "Thriller-Filler-Spiller" container designs to provide a dense, colorful mid-layer.