Begonia Gypsy Pink

Common Name:
Begonia 'Gypsy Pink'

Description:
Begonia 'Gypsy Pink' is a vibrant, compact bedding begonia known for its abundant soft pink flowers and rich, waxy green foliage. This variety blooms prolifically from late spring through to autumn, making it an excellent choice for adding long-lasting colour to garden beds, containers, and hanging baskets. The tidy, mounding habit of 'Gypsy Pink' ensures it maintains a neat, well-rounded shape throughout the growing season. The delicate pink flowers contrast beautifully with its glossy green leaves, creating a soft and elegant display in both sun and part shade. It thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with regular moisture and is easy to care for, offering a self-cleaning bloom cycle that helps maintain a tidy appearance. Perfect for Melbourne’s climate, this begonia is heat-tolerant and low-maintenance, ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Form:

• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

• Suitable for Bedding Displays

Mature Size:

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Width: 20–30 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

• Flowers in Summer

• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Annual (in Melbourne)

• Self-cleaning Blooms

• Heat Tolerant

• Suitable for Bedding Displays

• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:
Mildly toxic to cats and dogs if ingested; tubers are the most toxic part.

Companion Plants:

• Lobelia

• Alyssum

• Coleus

• Salvia farinacea

• Impatiens