Begonia 'Marmaduke'

Rhizomatous perennial begonia, very vigorous, large embossed leaves, dotted with red-burgundy.

It requires little care, just well-drained soil so that the rhizomes do not rot and lots of light, but never direct sun, especially in summer.

Classification
Genus and species: Begonia x hybrida
Cultivar: 'Marmaduke'
Group: Rhizomatous begonia.
Family: Begoniaceae.

Characteristics
Flower Description: Flowers in clusters on stems rising above the leaves.
Flower color: Pink.
Flowering period: Late spring. Begonias bloom once a year, but flowering is prolonged for months.
Leaves: Large, with ciliated margins; golden green color, splashed with red-burgundy. Embossed: Appears to have embossed bubbles.
Perfume: -
Dimensions: Height approximately 40 cm. Indefinite width (rhizomatous begonias are creeping and widen as long as they have space).

Cultivation
Exposure: Very bright shade, no direct sun.
Soil: Likes well-drained soil.
Irrigation: Medium, never stagnant.
Frost resistance: USDA 10.

Care
Pruning: Does not require pruning; clean any leaf that has suspicious spots, also removing the stalk.
Propagation: From portion of rhizome or leaf cutting, with temperatures above 20°C. By division at vegetative awakening.

Notes of interest
Use in cooking: Flowers and leaves are edible, raw or cooked, the flavor is acidic and spicy.
Awards: Plant RHS Award Garden Merit (AGM).