- Light Requirement is Full Shade to Partial Shade
- Height 12-16 Inches
- Width 16-20 Inches
- Use as a spiller when using in containers
The Begonia Bossa Nova Pure White is a flowering shade plant that produces bountiful white flowers all summer. Coral colored stems run from the white petals down to the deep green leaves. This spring to autumn bloomer has a round shape and grows 12-16 inches tall.The Begonia boliviensis Bossa Nova Pure White has endless flowering that will give the partially shaded area of your garden a touch of character.
This begonia is drought resistant, growing in zones 7-10. This easy to grow plant grows best in moderate to dry soil. Use it as a spiller in a combination container. Because it prefers partial shade, the begonia is a nice potted plant or hanging basket addition to dress up a porch.
Bossa Nova Pure White Begonia Care
The Begonia Bossa Nova Pure White prefers partial shade (4-6 hrs) to full shade (0-4 hrs) It likes dry to moderate soil and is drought resistant. Fertilizing once or twice a month and watering is all this low maintenance plant needs. Deadheading is not necessary.
Bossa Nova Pure White Begonia Spacing
The Begonia Bossa Nova Pure White grows 12-16 inches high and spreads 16-20 inches. In a landscaping area, it should be spaced 16-20 inches from other plants. Plant it near the edge of a pot so it can spill over the sides.
Bossa Nova® Pure White Begonia Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10 |
Flower Color(s): White |
Bloom Period: Planting To Frost |
Foliage Color(s) Green |
Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
Height Class: Medium |
Height: 12-16 Inches |
Spread: 16-20 Inches |
Spacing: 16-20 Inches |
Habit: Trailing |
Watering: Average |
Drought Tolerant: Yes |
Container Role: Spiller |
Use Types: Container, Landscape |
Features: Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer, Low Maintenance, Deadheading Not Necessary |
Maintenance: Easy |
Scientific Name: Begonia boliviensis 'Pure White' |
Common Name: Bossa Nova® Pure White Begonia |
Other Name(s): |
Plant Type: Annual |
Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- BERBWP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

3.5" Pot
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts

4.25" Pot
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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