Cultivar

B. ‘Raspberry Parfait’

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Genus: Begonia
Name: B. ‘Raspberry Parfait’
Originator: H. E. Dillard
Date of Origin: 1961
Publication Date: 1962
Place: Kansas
Country: USA
Region: America
Plant Type: Rhizomatous
Female Parent: B. ‘Emerald Jewell’
Male Parent: B. ‘Pebble Lane’
Publication Reference: BCL2;B71 r201
Article References: The Begonian Sept 1961, p 178.
Photo References: JBS, Begonias :62. 1980; Murotani, Begonia in Colour :99. 1983;

Description: Hybrids from Paradise - By BERNICE BRILMAYER, Eastern Editor The story of Mrs. H. E. Dillard, proprietor of Tropical Paradise, was printed in The Begonian for September 1960; but the story of the many luscious begonia hybrids she has bred and introduced is still to be told in detail. Of particular interest among these new begonias are the miniatures – modest in size, and so suitable for growing on windowsills and other cramped quarters, but big in colorful appeal. For me, these little plants keep plump and full of leaves on petioles of varying lengths, but all short. All are exquisitely patterned and colored; some have unusual pinkish or silvery tints. They flower daintily and very willingly. They're delightful plants for small pots, even more eye-catching when the rhizomes can creep over the soil and hang down the outside of a hanging basket. For quick effect, plant two or three younglings to a six-inch or eight-inch basket. Here are thumbnail descriptions of a number of these new Tropical Paradise hybrids: Begonia 'Raspberry Parfait' (Emerald Jewel' x 'Pebble Lane') – Miniature rhizomatous. Olive green, pointed, hairy leaves and stems, light green veins. New leaves are a beautiful raspberry color. Flowers white; spring bloomer.