Begonia grandis (Hardy Begonia) border-or-bed USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8

rock gardens

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or in the front of the border

Surround with the green foliage and bright yellow and red blooms of Coreopsis

Begonia grandis (Hardy Begonia) border-or-bed USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8If you are a shade gardener, here's yet another option for long bloom time and attractive foliage. The delicate pale pink flowers of the Hardy Begonia are carried above the large, rich green leaves from July to frost. Not surprising is the plant's preference for rich, moist soil. Try the 2' mound of Hardy Begonia with contrasting fine textured ferns or the burgundy foliage of Epimedium 'Rubrum.' Sunlight Requirements: Partial Shade USDA Hardiness