Switzerland Begonia
Begonia 'Switzerland'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Switzerland Begonia highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Shade
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
Growing Zones 9-10
Add some romantic drama to the summer garden with the ruffled double blooms of the Switzerland Begonia (Begonia 'Switzerland')! These gorgeous scarlet-red flowers are highlighted by incredible glossy, almost black foliage that gives this Tuberous Begonia its unique look! Even the butterflies and bees love the full, 5-9 inch flowers!
These summer blooming accents add depth and drama to the porch and patio container gardens and add bold color in garden beds and borders! Pollinators adore these double-petalled ruffled blossoms as much as you will! Maxima Switzerland brings a whole new dimension of beauty and performance to the family with its unique burgundy foliage, lush and full, that lasts from spring till frost, plus improved heat tolerance!
The Tuberhybrida Maxima Switzerland's blooms hold for several weeks, adding magnificent over-the-top beauty to the home. Growing to a 10-12 inch tall mound and spreading to 6-14 inches wide, these cascading and arching stems ramble and spill over the edges of their containers throughout all USDA growing zones as summer accents and houseplants. Though these Tuberous Begonias are hardy perennial tubers in zones 9-10.
Planting and Application:
Dark-leafed Begonias are bold fillers and spillers for your porch and patio pots and planters. You'll gain a vivid specimen in any shady garden bed! Begonias are gorgeous additions and groundcover accents in pollinator gardens. Wind a row through your home's foundation border to add a bright pop of color!
Begonia are an easy way to make your shady porch, deck, or patio pop with scarlet-red bloom and black-tie formal foliage! These low-maintenance beauties gracefully spill over container sides and are an easy way to make a seating area and poolside planting explode with color! Balconies, hanging baskets, and container gardeners can also enjoy these fantastic blooms!
- Bold Scarlet-Red Double Blooms
- Near Black Foliage
- Space-Saving High Impact Color
- Container & Planter Annuals or Houseplants
- Pots, Planters, Gifts & Summer Accents
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Tuberous Begonia does best in full-shade locations in warmer climates and partial shade in cooler growing zones. Provide consistent moisture and well-drained organic soil, and monthly fertilizer during the warmer season to support those big blooms. Deadhead the withered flowers to encourage new blooms. But keep the leaves until they turn brown before removing them. The green leaves will provide nourishment for the plant for the remainder of the growing season.
- Partial Shade to Full Shade
- Organically Rich Soil
- Regular Consistent Moisture
- Regular Fertilizer & Deadheading
- Annual Accent or Houseplant
Radiant double-ruffled blooms in brilliant red are dramatically highlighted by the glossy near-black foliage of these tuberous Switzerland Begonia plants! Add a few to your garden for that flash of color all season long with the help of NatureHills.com!
