Family
Begoniaceae
Botanical Name
BEGONIA 'Eureka Green Leaf Red'( Semperflorens Cultorum Group, EUREKA SERIES)
Plant Common Name
Eureka Red Green Leaf Wax Begonia, Fibrous Begonia, Wax Begonia
General Description
Wax begonias are tender perennials that are normally used as disposable annual bedding plants in temperate and tropical regions. Their roots are fibrous and dense, giving rise to another common name of fibrous begonia. Both dwarf and taller strains have been developed, and all produce perpetual masses of small flowers during warmth. The leaves can be green to red or bronze. In warm climates, these begonias can overwinter and be reliable perennials if moisture is available and summer suns are not scalding. Normally, give semperflorens cultivars a light shade exposure, and the bronze leafed cultivars are generally more tolerant of full sun.
The Eureka series of wax begonia features a full and rounded green or bronze leafed set of cultivars. Eureka cultivars are slightly taller than other wax begonia series, which tend to be shorter and tightly compact in form. They are in constant flower in the warm months and these cultivars perform well in cooler and shadier climates. 'Eureka Green Leaf 'Red' flowers with pinkish red clusters of single flowers. The green foliage will remain its nicest with protection from the hottest afternoon sun. In tropical climates, the green leaf cultivars can handle much more sun only in the winter months.
Wax begonias are continually blooming with adequate light and moisture. They can be deadheaded or pinched back and allowed to rejuvenate. Plants growing in frost free regions can get become a massive, spilling clump in a container or in the garden.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
12 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
10 - 15
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Sunset Zone
H1, H2, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Tender Perennial
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
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Height
10"-12" / 25.4cm - 30.5cm
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Width
8"-10" / 20.3cm - 25.4cm
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Bloom Time
Indeterminate
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Native To
Hybrid Origin
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Average
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Soil type
Loam
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Growth Rate
Fast
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Clump-Forming
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
Magenta
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green, Light Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Green
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Foliage Color (Winter)
Green
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
No
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Glossy
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Evergreen
Yes
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Showy Bark
No
Special Characteristics
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Usage
Bedding Plant, Container, Edging, Groundcover, Houseplant, Mixed Border, Tropical
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Sharp or Has Thorns
No
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Invasive
No
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Self-Sowing
No
