Begonia bowerae 'Black Velvet' ~ Black Velvet Begonia Size:1 GALLON Small light pink hooded flowers

Small light pink hooded flowers bloom heavily in clusters in late spring and sporadically through summer

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They are highly attractive to birds and can add a festive touch to the landscape

Understory Plantings

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Begonia bowerae 'Black Velvet' ~ Black Velvet Begonia Size:1 GALLON Small light pink hooded flowersBlack Velvet Begonia is a small mounding tropical perennial with hairy stems and dramatic velvety black green foliage with a bright spot where the stem connects. The clusters of small red pink flowers bloom in from late spring into summer. Flowers best in part shade and rich, moist well drained soils. Type: Perennial, Annual Height: 0. 5' 1' Spread: 0. 5' 1' Spacing: 1' USDA Hardiness Zone: 10 11 Culture: Part Sun, Full Shade Bloom Color: Pink Season