Perennials

Begonia grandis

Hardy begonia

Begonia grandis var. evansiana, Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Species-level foliage example, not a cultivar guarantee.

Pink flower clusters rise over broad leaves with reddish undersides. Adds late-season color to sheltered, shady beds. Remove spent flowers to extend bloom.

At a glance

Sun: Part shade to deep shade
Mature size: 18–36 in. tall × 18–24 in. wide
Water: Consistently moist; good drainage
Hardiness: USDA zones 6–9; winter protection advised
Bloom: Pink; summer–early fall; visited by pollinators.

Sizes & prices

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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Do not let the soil dry out.
Wet soil: Tolerates occasional wetness; maintain drainage.
Shade: Tolerates deep shade.
Black walnut: Listed as tolerant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Pollinators

Keep in mind: Keep pets from eating the plant, especially roots. Sap can irritate skin.

Growing & care

Winter: Mulch for protection; survival can be variable in zones 6–7.
Spread: Small bulbils fall from stems and can form colonies.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Photo: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz · CC BY-SA 4.0

Image notes: Begonia grandis var. evansiana, Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0. Uncropped photograph. Species-level foliage example, not a cultivar guarantee.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.