Gryphon begonia
Begonia 'Gryphon'
USDA zones8 to 10
SunHandles partial sun to full shade
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall12 to 18 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Gryphon' begonia (Begonia 'Gryphon') is a perennial for borders, containers, and shade gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and dry to moist, loamy soil. It is evergreen and grows 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. Its compact size suits the front of a bed or a pot.
Pairs well with Autumn fern, Little brown jug, and Mondo grass.