Annual
Begonia
Begonia hybrida
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
Viking RedBegoniaCocktail DL VodkaBegoniaStandardBegonia hybrida
Sizes & Pricing
12 inFrom$24.95
1 galFrom$6.95
#2MonroviaFrom$29.95
3 galFrom$19.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightPart Shade to Full Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size6-18 inches × 6-12 inches (varies by type)
About Begonia
Hybrid Begonias (Begonia x hybrida) encompass a broad group of garden annuals prized for their waxy, richly colored flowers in red, pink, orange, and white, paired with glossy green or bronze foliage. Compact and versatile, they perform reliably in beds, borders, and containers in both sun and partial shade. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Orange, Red, Pink, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Tender perennial
- Soil
- Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Bloom season.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Hybrid Begonias perform well in part shade to full sun in NE Florida. Wax-type begonias especially tolerate full sun if kept moist. Avoid deep shade, which reduces flowering; afternoon shade in summer prevents heat scorch on more tender varieties.
Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. In NE Florida's summer heat, begonias in containers may need daily watering; in ground beds, water 2–3 times per week and mulch to retain moisture. Begonias tolerate overhead irrigation better than most annuals.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained, slightly acidic, organically rich soil. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer at planting and monthly liquid feeding throughout the growing season to sustain prolific flowering. Amend Florida's sandy soils with compost to improve moisture retention.
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Common questions
Is Begonia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Begonia is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with high salt tolerance, reaching 6-18 inches × 6-12 inches (varies by type).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.