Can you help ID this?

Blackshear, GA

Is this what they call the 'hardy begonia?

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Powder Springs, GA(Zone 7b)

No this isn't the hardy begonia but can be weedy enough to be considered hardy. It's probably cucullata or fischeri - species "wax" begonias.

Blackshear, GA

OK, it is definately 'hardier' than most begonias. With protection, it can stay outside. I really like it, but it does have a tendency to get leggy. Thanks again.

Powder Springs, GA(Zone 7b)

Here is the hardy begonia B. grandis

http://www.calfloranursery.com/images/pics/a_b/begonia_grandis.jpg

Blackshear, GA

ok thanks, it has more of a pink bloom

Powder Springs, GA(Zone 7b)

And much larger leaves. Grandis I believe is from Asia and cucullata and fischeri from Central America. A side by side picture would help immensely.

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