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Begonia x hybrida 'Bellissa Big Apricot' is a showy, semi-trailing begonia with large, ruffled apricot-colored blooms. It thrives in containers, hanging baskets, and shaded garden beds, providing a long season of color.
Description:
- Dimensions: 10-16" tall, 12-18" spread
- Sun Exposure: Part sun to shade
- Water Requirements: Moist, well-draining soil; avoid waterlogging
- Hardiness Zones: 9-11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)
- Bloom Time: Spring to frost
- Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers and remove yellowing leaves to encourage continuous blooming
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and shaded garden borders
- Soil Preparation: Use rich, well-draining potting mix
- Planting: Space 12-18" apart, ensuring the crown is at soil level
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
Fun Fact:
Begonia ‘Bellissa Big Apricot’ is prized for its oversized blooms and vigorous growth, making it a standout choice for brightening up shaded areas.