Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum – Warm, reddish-brown summer blooms

Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum is a boisterous annual garden and balcony plant known for its deep red to reddish-brown flowers and compact, bushy growth. This begonia combines persistent flowering, strong health, and excellent branching, making it perfect for window boxes, borders, patios, and pots.

With its pale flowers, Cocktail® Rum adds an elegant and atmospheric touch to any garden or balcony. The plant blooms continuously from late spring until the first frost and maintains a compact, bushy shape, ideal for both standalone and group plantings.

Origin and characteristics

Begonia semperflorens, also known as wax begonia or shade begonia, is a popular tropical and subtropical garden plant. The F₁ Cocktail® Rum is an advanced hybrid, specially selected for:

• Compact, bushy growth

• Long lasting flowering from late spring until the first frost

• Deep red to reddish brown flowers for a warm color accent

Features of Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum:

• Flower color: white with pink edge / reddish brown

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Type: annual garden plant

• Leaf: green, glossy and decorative

• Location: sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Use: borders, flower boxes, patios, pots

Thanks to its persistent flowering and compact growth, this begonia is ideal for colorful accents and mixed plantings, where it beautifully complements other summer bloomers.

Location and care

The Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum grows best in a bright to partially shaded spot with fertile, well-drained soil. It's low-maintenance, but performs best with regular watering and a light feed during the growing season.

Growing and care tips:

• Planting: plant out in the garden or flower box after the last frost

• Planting distance: 20–25 cm for a dense and full appearance

• Soil: well-drained, rich in nutrients

• Water: regularly, but avoid flooding

• Pruning: Removing faded flowers promotes new flowering and compact growth.

With this care, the Cocktail® Rum retains a tight, bushy appearance and a continuous floral splendor until autumn.

Use in garden and balcony

Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum is versatile:

• Borders: as a warm colour accent in flower beds

• Flower boxes and pots: ideal for terrace, balcony or patio

• Combinations: harmonises perfectly with other summer bloomers such as petunias, impatiens or lobelia

• Accent plant: suitable for colour accents in garden design and urban plantings

The deep red to reddish-brown flowers of Cocktail® Rum create a warm, elegant and striking effect that lasts all summer long.

Bee-friendly and sustainable

The Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, contributing to a healthy and biodiverse garden. Thanks to its compact growth, strong stems, and long-lasting blooms, this begonia is a sustainable choice for low-maintenance gardens and patios.

Summary

Conclusion

The Begonia semperflorens F₁ Cocktail® Rum is a compact, profusely flowering summer plant that adds color, elegance, and biodiversity to gardens and balconies. Thanks to its continuous flowering, robust growth, and warm flowers, this begonia is perfect for borders, patios, pots, and window boxes.