The Reiger Begonias

‘Whopper Green Leaf Red’ in 8-inch Pots

FN 3.1 Begonia Whopper Red with Green Leaf Landscape 17412 Ball
Huge Whopper begonias make a big splash with fewer plants

Our ‘Whopper Green Leaf Red’ begonias are looking prime, for drive-by color that gets noticed. You might remember we planted these in our roadside bed last summer and they packed a solid punch alongside other bold primary shades of blue and yellow. We’re growing them in the 8-inch pot—a good size for large displays and for standing up to the heat of the season.

Whoppers are huge in every way: flower, leaf, and height. They know how to fill a space and do so with the least number of plants. I guess you could say they’re hugely efficient, as well. We always feel we’ve gotten our money’s worth with these plants—and I’m sure I’ve told you that in the past. These are simply great summer begonias and we come back to them repeatedly.

Our roadside bed last year went from full sun into shade, and it was interesting to note that in full shade this Whopper was a green leaf red and in full sun the leaf had a nice red tinge to it.