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Begonia Dragon Wing Red Seeds create a flowing display of deep red blooms with glossy green foliage. The arching, pendulous growth form makes this annual begonia especially useful for baskets, containers and flower beds.
Ready to grow begonias? Follow our step-by-step Begonia Grow Guide for sowing, germination and care advice.
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Frost-tender interspecific begonia, usually grown as an annual
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Scientific Name: Begonia interspecific Dragon Wing® F1
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Seed Form: Pelleted seed
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General Sowing Time: Under protection from late winter into spring; plant out after frost
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Position: Sun to shade after hardening; afternoon protection in very hot areas
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Sow Depth: Surface sow; do not cover
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Light for Germination: Required
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Germination Temperature: 22–25°C
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Germination: 7–10 days
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Pretreatment: None; place first, then wet the pellet thoroughly
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Spacing: 30–38 cm apart
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Height: 30–38 cm
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Spread: 38–46 cm
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Flower Outcome: Arching red-flowered display; about 7–9 weeks from transplant professionally
Why Grow This Variety
- Deep red blooms stand out against glossy green leaves.
- Arching growth form gives baskets and containers a graceful shape.
- Versatile enough for flower beds, pots and hanging displays.
Garden Uses
Use Dragon Wing Red where you want a flowing red display, especially in hanging baskets, patio pots and mixed beds that need colour and movement.
Growing Notes
- Surface sow one pellet per clean cell on pre-moistened, fine, low-salt mix; do not cover.
- Use bright diffused light at 22–25°C and maintain even surface moisture until emergence.
- Pot on after true leaves form and harden gradually before planting outside after frost.
- Allow 30–38 cm between plants and room for the 38–46 cm arching spread; water at root level.
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