Begonia elatior Non Stop Moccha Bright Orange

Common Name:
Begonia Elatior 'Non Stop Mocca Bright Orange'

Description:
Begonia Elatior 'Non Stop Mocca Bright Orange' is a stunning flowering begonia variety known for its continuous display of vibrant, double bright orange blooms set against deep chocolate-bronze foliage. This compact, bushy plant is perfect for adding colour to shaded garden beds, hanging baskets, and containers. It thrives in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with consistent moisture and protection from harsh sun and frost. Ideal for Melbourne’s climate, it flowers prolifically from spring through autumn, providing a long-lasting display. This variety is easy to care for, requiring deadheading to encourage new blooms and occasional feeding for best results.

Form:

• Shrub - Small
• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 20–30 cm
• Width: 30–40 cm

Aspect:

• Part Shade
• Full Shade
• Indoors / Well lit

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Bright Orange

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Perennial (often grown as an annual)
• Herbaceous
• Long Flowering

Toxicity:

• Mildly toxic to pets – Can cause irritation if ingested, particularly the roots.

Companion Plants:

• Impatiens
• Fuchsia
• Coleus
• Heuchera (Coral Bells)
• Ferns