- Light Requirement is Full Shade to Partial Shade
- Height 8-12 Inches
- Width 12-14 Inches
- Use as a filler when using in containers
- Has rose-like flowers but for shady areas!
How can you get a rose to bloom in the shade? Typically you cannot because they are sun loving perennials. But how about if you plant Nonstop Mocca Scarlet Tuberous Begonias in that same shady spot? Voila! You have a fully double true red flower that has a bonus of looking like a fully double rose with a dark green/purple deeply veined leaf. Beautiful and gives you options for that full to part shade location.
Tuberous begonias are native to Bolivia, NW Argentina and Peru, Zones 10 through 11b, where they grow as a perennial in low light conditions. They tolerate early morning sun but the heat of the afternoon will kill them. Great news for shade trees and woodland edge gardeners. It is not attractive to deer so double bonus there. In Zones 3-9 they are treated as an annual, planted after the danger of the last frost has passed.
Nonstop® Mocca Scarlet Begonia Care
Care for tuberous begonias begins with selecting the proper location for them. Early morning sun leading to deep afternoon shade,and well draining soil that is kept moderately and evenly moist will be what it needs to remain healthy and give you long lasting color and vigor. Regular feedings with a water soluble fertilizer, and not allowing them to dry out too often will help keep this annual healthy. Soil pH should be slightly acidic to neutral at 6.0 to 6.5.
Deadheading will prompt the plant to rebloom and is a good habit to get into with a tissue-like double bloom. Keeping the soil clean of debris will go a long way to preventing soil borne diseases. Dead or yellowing leaves should be removed immediately as well to keep from attracting insect pests. No pruning beyond the good housekeeping is needed to keep this plant beautiful.
Nonstop® Mocca Scarlet Begonia Spacing
Spacing is crucial with begonias. Growing to 12 inches tall and 14 inches wide, plant with a spacing of 12 to 14 inches between plants to increase air circulation for the prevention of powdery mildew, a disease that can frequently plague tuberous begonias. Avoid crowding your containers or landscapes, and try to locate the plants in an area where the air is not stagnant. Proper placement and care of this beautiful annual will reward you with summer long color.
Nonstop® Mocca Scarlet Begonia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Flower Description: Red |
| Bloom Period: Planting To Frost |
| Foliage Color(s) Purple, Green |
| Foliage Description: Black/Purple |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
| Height Class: Short |
| Height: 8-12 Inches |
| Spread: 12-14 Inches |
| Spacing: 12-14 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Use Types: Combinations, Container, Landscape |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Begonia x tuberhybrida 'Mocca Scarlet' |
| Common Name: Nonstop® Mocca Scarlet Begonia |
| Other Name(s): Tuberous Begonias |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Selections |
- SKU:
- BEGMSP
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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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
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.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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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
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations