Plant Type:
Herbaceous perennial
Begonia sutherlandii ‘Papaya’ is a herbaceous perennial that becomes dormant in winter and regrows in the warmer weather of spring.
Cold Hardiness:
Half-hardy
The great thing about Begonia sutherlandii ‘Papaya’ is that is survives winter in the UK so long as it provided with good drainage and a winter mulch.
Eventual Height:
30cm
Begonia sutherlandii ‘Papaya’ is the perfect shade loving plant to fill those gaps beneath the larger shrubs in your garden. It also grows very well as a shade container plant.
Light requirements:
Partial – Full Shade
Begonia sutherlandii ‘Papaya’ will become scorched if grown in full sun, so it’s best to provide partial to full shade.
Water Requirements:
Moderate
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Provide an organic liquid feed to promote healthy growth.
Autumn & Winter: Cut back frosted leaves and flowers, mulch to protect the root zone.
