Plant in sun or partial shade
8 - 12
Mandalay® Flamingo
Tuberous Begonia
Begonia
Mandalay begonias will be available in limited quantities this season so they will be difficult to find.
I’m SO not your typical tuberous Begonia. Instead of the usual round, rosy-posy looking flowers, mine are dangly, bright pink bells that flare open on the ends. Like something you would see in an exotic place such as Mandalay in the nation of Burma/Union of Myanmar. The bells (and there are boatloads) swing and sway from long, arching branches.
One thing that’s always been a given about Begonias is that they’re for shade. Not me. Full sun in cool regions (I’ve already made a bunch of Begonia lovers very happy). In the South, part shade. Of course, I am like other Begonias in some ways. Bloom like crazy in mid to late summer. About the easiest to grow plant there is. Happy outside where I’m an annual except in zones 9 -10. Just as delighted to be a houseplant. Other colors are Mandalay Pearl (white) and Mandalay Mandarin (deep orange).
"A Real Simple magazine – Top 10 goofproof Plant"
Gardener’s Rated this plant:
Be The First To Vote
Rate this Plant
Be The First To Vote
FeaturesSingle flowers look like hoop-skirted belles of the ball. The bright colors and hanging nature are enchanting.• Deadheading Not Necessary • Heat Tolerant • Pet Friendly Ornamental CharacteristicsFlower ColorPink Foliage Color Dark Green Height 8-12" (Short) Spacing 8-12" Habit Trailing Container Plant Style Spiller - Trails over the side of a container Patent InformationMandalay® Flamingo 'Innbolpink' US PPAF; Can. PBRAF |
Plant NeedsDurationAnnual Bloom Time Planting to Frost Zone(s) Annual except in zones 10 - 11 Hardy Temp 35°F (2°C) Exposure Plant in sun or partial shade Water Needs Normal Maintenance Easy Uses Containers Great in containers by themselves or when combined with other plants. |
|
Growing Tips Tuberous Begonias form tubers and these tubers can be stored for replanting in the spring. To dig and store tubers follow these directions. First, before frost kills the top of the plant, cut back the stems and dig the tubers. Wash off any soil and then allow the tubers to dry. Wrap dry tubers in newspapers or pack them in peat moss. Label each tuber or group of tubers so you know what they are come spring. Store the tubers in a dark, cool (35 to 45 F) place. Do not allow tubers to freeze. |
|
Featured Image (Click for larger images)
| Year | Award | Trial |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Excellent Rating | Boerner Botanical Garden |
| Wonderful, delicate hanging basket subject. | ||
| 2008 | Excellent | Disney Winter Trials |
Like what you see, or just want more ideas? View More Combos
