- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 4 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 8 - 12 Inches
- Mature Spread 8 - 12 Inches
- Growing Zones 9 - 11
- Use As A Filler In Containers
Add a burst of color to an annual bed or container with the Solenia® Scarlet Begonia or Begonia x hiemalis. The bright red double flowers bloom from spring through summer. The ruffle in the flower petals is repeated in the dark green leaves, adding more texture and dimension. This begonia is a long-blooming plant, and deadheading is unnecessary for added convenience.
The Solenia® Scarlet Begonia has a mounded growth habit and a well-branched structure. Feature this lovely flowering annual in a container where it takes on the role of filler, or near the front of a bed so the double blooms can be admired. Create a lovely mass planting by grouping several begonias together. This begonia is mildew resistant, reducing the risk of powdery mildew and other fungi that can ruin a landscape.
Solenia® Scarlet Begonia Care
Part to full sun keeps the begonia consistently blooming. A minimum of four hours of sunlight is necessary, but six or more hours is best. Begonias need moist conditions, so water before the soil dries out, but don’t let the soil become soggy. Give the plant a rich, moist, well-drained soil. Begonias are heavy feeders, so fertilize every two weeks to keep the plant lush and full of blooms.
The Solenia® Scarlet Begonia is treated as an annual in most climates and cannot handle chilly winter weather. Cut back growth and allow the plant to overwinter indoors. The plant is unlikely to grow and bloom indoors, but will resume growth when the weather warms up outdoors.
Solenia® Scarlet Begonia Spacing
The Solenia® Scarlet Begonia grows 8 to 12 inches tall and wide. Create a continuous planting by spacing plants 8 to 12 inches apart or feature two plants in a 12-inch container.
Solenia® Scarlet Begonia Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 - 11 |
| Plant Type: Annuals |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 4 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 8 - 12 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 8 - 12 Inches |
| Spacing: 8 - 12 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Flower Color(s): Green |
| Flower Description: Scarlet |
| Bloom Period: Spring to Winter |
| Foliage Type: Evergreen, Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 4 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: N/A |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Edging |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
| Common Name: Solenia® Scarlet Begonia |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Begonia x hiemalis |
- SKU:
- BEGSSP
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 - 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 - 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 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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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!
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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