- Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 3 Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 14-18 Inches
- Mature Width 15-18 Inches
- Growing Zones 9 - 11
- Use as a Thriller in Containers
Sparks will fly wherever this showy begonia is planted. Dainty red flowers flow so abundantly, a mature plant looks almost like it’s on fire. Not to be outdone, the glossy wing-shaped foliage is gorgeous in a medium green that sets off the coral embers perfectly. Dragon Wing Red blooms continuously until a fall frost, at which point it can be brought inside as a houseplant. Dragon Wing Red is a type of Angel Wing Begonia, but whether you see dragons or angels, you’re sure to love this high-flying star.
An Award of Garden Merit winner from the Royal Horticultural Society, vigorous Dragon Wing Red makes a strong accent as a thriller centerpiece for a container, as a one-plant-show for a hanging basket, or a great choice for mass plantings and edging in the shady garden. This hybrid is known for its heat and humidity tolerance. With a mounded shape of 18 inches high and wide, and a tropical look to the foliage, this plant will shine as a focal point in any shady spot. As a bonus, it is deer- and rabbit-resistant.
Dragon Wing® Red Begonia Care
Full shade will be tolerated, but Dragon Wing Red will perform at its best in a partially shaded location, with evenly moist soil and good drainage. It likes good air circulation. Before frost hits, you can move your Dragon Wing inside to prolong the show for next year. Check for any stowaway pests and remove any discolored or wilted foliage.
Indoors, you can choose to allow it to go dormant in a cooler location like a garage, or keep it growing. If growing on, give Dragon Wing Red a location with bright, indirect light with even soil moisture. You may see some leaf drop as the plant adapts to indoor conditions. Keep humidity up with a pebble tray and water and/or misting often.
Dragon Wing® Red Begonia Spacing
In the ground, a spacing of 18 to 24 inches is ideal. In containers, 15 inches is sufficient.
Dragon Wing® Red Begonia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11 |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
| Mature Height: 14-18 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 15-18 Inches |
| Mature Spacing: 15-18 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Deep Red |
| Flower Description: Trumpet-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters |
| Bloom Period: Spring to Frost |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Dark Green |
| Foliage Description: Large, glossy leaves |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring to Frost |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Heat, Drought, and Pests |
| Tolerates: Partial shade |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds |
| Uses: Container, Hanging Baskets, Landscape |
| Features: Continuous Bloom or Rebloomer, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
| Common Name: Dragon Wing® Red Begonia |
| Other Name(s): Angel Wing Begonia |
| Scientific Name: Begonia hybrid 'Red' |
- SKU:
- BEGDRP
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
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
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
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Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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