2008
Begonia x benariensis
"BIG"
Flowering period: April - November
Height 25 - 50 cm
Spread: 25 - 50 cm
Habit: Upright
Flower type: Simple
Size: 5 - 10 cm
Leaf Color Dark
Placement: Full sun to partial shade
Water Average
Fertilizer need: Average
Typical use Pot, bedding, patio, basket
Plant type: Annual
Class New Entry 2008
BEGONIA X BENARIENSIS,
'BIG Red with Bronze Leaf'
As the first breeding company to introduce a hybrid begonia with 'Primadonna' 100 years ago, we take begonia breeding very seriously. They are at the heart of what we do.
To celebrate that big event, Benary is proud to introduce the begonia x benariensis 'BIG'TM series. 100 years of history behind them is not the only thing that makes the 'BIG' TM begonia introduction a remarkable event. Large 2-3" (5-8 cm) flowers held are above the leaves for maximum show.
The deep green or bronze foliage add vibrancy and contrast to the striking red or rose colored flowers. Early flowering and superior branching add to the appeal of this tall landscape specimen.
Characterized by ist upright arching habit, 'BIG' TM begonias make a stately presentation in park settings and large landscape plantings from full sun to shade. 'BIG' TM begonias also add durability and color to mixed combination planters, window boxes and baskets.
From their high germination that appeals to plug producers, their early flowering habit that reduces crop time for growers, to their abundant large flowers and attractive foliage that make them a dynamic retail item; 'BIG' TM begonias add value for everyone.
The versatile nature of 'BIG' TM begonias make them the plant of choice for areas traditionally filled with Petunias, Marigolds, Geraniums and Impatiens. Combine 'BIG TM Red with Green Leaf' along with 'Sweetie White' Impatiens for a bright look to shade areas or with 'Golden Globe' Melampodium for a vibrant sun setting. When begonia 'Sprint White' Improved is used as an edge with 'BIG TM Reg with Bronze Leaf' in sun or shade settings the contrast of leaves is stunning.
And 'BIG TM Rose with Bronze Leaf' adds depth to a sunny setting when bordered with Gazania 'Talent Rose'. As the first breeding company to introduce a hybrid begonia with 'Primadonna' 100 years ago, we take begonia breeding very seriously.
They are at the heart of what we do. To celebrate that big event, Benary is proud to introduce the begonia x benariensis 'BIG' series. 100 years of history behind them is not the only thing that makes the 'BIG' begonia introduction a remarkable event. Large 5-8 cm flowers held are above the leaves for maximum show. The deep green or bronze foliage add vibrancy and contrast to the striking red or rose colored flowers.
Early flowering and superior branching add to the appeal of this tall landscape specimen. Characterized by its upright arching habit, 'BIG' begonias make a stately presentation in park settings and large landscape plantings from full sun to shade. 'BIG' begonias also add durability and color to mixed combination planters, window boxes and baskets.
From their high germination that appeals to plug producers, their early flowering habit that reduces crop time for growers, to their abundant large flowers and attractive foliage that make them a dynamic retail item; 'BIG' begonias add value for everyone.
The versatile nature of 'BIG' begonias make them the plant of choice for areas traditionally filled with Petunias, Marigolds, Geraniums and Impatiens. Combine 'BIG Red with Green Leaf' along with 'Sweetie White' Impatiens for a bright look to shade areas or with 'Golden Globe' Melampodium for a vibrant sun setting.
When begonia 'Sprint White' Improved is used as an edge with 'BIG Red with Bronze Leaf' in sun or shade settings the contrast of leaves is stunning. And 'BIG Rose with Bronze Leaf' adds depth to a sunny setting when bordered with Gazania 'Talent Rose'.
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