Protected Series:
Zone: VIKING XL RED CHOCOLATE LEAF BEGONIA
Begonia Viking XL Red Chocolate Leaf is an absolute powerhouse in the landscape, specifically bred for massive scale, extreme weather tolerance, and intense color contrast. This interspecific variety stands out for its high-impact foliage, featuring large, glossy leaves in a deep, rich chocolate-bronze that holds its dark color exceptionally well, even under intense summer heat. The dark foliage creates a dramatic, moody backdrop for a non-stop canopy of vibrant, scarlet-red flowers. Living up to its "XL" designation, this vigorous grower quickly forms a robust, well-branched mound that reaches an impressive 28 to 34 inches in height and width.
In the landscape, Viking XL Red Chocolate Begonia is a top-tier choice for large-scale commercial installations, municipal plantings, or as a structural, hedge-like border in expansive garden beds. Thanks to its heavy bronze pigmentation and rugged interspecific breeding, it exhibits phenomenal heat, humidity, and drought tolerance, performing beautifully in locations ranging from full sun to partial shade. It is also a spectacular choice as a dramatic "thriller" in oversized patio containers. It thrives in fertile, well-drained soil and requires moderate, consistent moisture - though it is tough enough to bounce back quickly from dry spells. A regular application of a balanced fertilizer every two to three weeks will fuel its rapid growth and sustain its heavy, self-cleaning floral production until the first hard frost.
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Provide partial shade to full shade.
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