
LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Compact
GROWTH HABIT
Bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
indoor and outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
15–25 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Partial
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 9–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–25 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Warm temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Cocktail Series different from larger begonias?
What makes the Cocktail Series different from larger begonias?
It features compact plants with colorful blooms that are well suited to containers and bedding displays.
Can mixed colors brighten shaded patios?
Can mixed colors brighten shaded patios?
Yes. The colorful flowers create attractive displays in sheltered outdoor spaces and containers.
Which plants pair well with Cocktail begonias?
Which plants pair well with Cocktail begonias?
Coleus, impatiens, ferns, lobelia, and caladiums make attractive companions.
Does the foliage stay decorative between flowering periods?
Does the foliage stay decorative between flowering periods?
Yes. Healthy foliage continues providing ornamental interest alongside the blooms.
Can they be planted in window boxes?
Can they be planted in window boxes?
Yes. Compact plants adapt well to window boxes, planters, and balcony containers.
Do outdoor blooms attract beneficial insects?
Do outdoor blooms attract beneficial insects?
When grown outdoors, the flowers may attract bees and other pollinating insects.