Adora™ Velvet Red Begonia

Adora™ Velvet Red is a mounding hybrid begonia with dark green leaves and petite, double red flowers. Its compact size and branching habit make it a useful choice for patio containers and hanging baskets, where the red blooms stand out against the foliage. ## Form and flowering The [Syngenta Flowers profile for Adora™ Velvet Red](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/ams/product/flower/70099850) identifies the exact cultivar selection and lists red flowers. Syngenta describes the Adora series as medium vigor, mounded, and marked by petite double blooms against dark green foliage; its garden specifications are 8–12 inches tall and 10–14 inches wide, with Part Sun exposure and flowering from mid-spring through summer. Those dimensions align with the current measurements. The [University of California IPM begonia guide](https://ipm.ucanr.edu/home-and-landscape/begonia/) provides broader genus guidance: begonias generally prefer filtered shade or bright indirect light, regular moisture, and rich, well-drained soil. ## Growing conditions Grow in bright filtered light or a spot with gentle morning sun, protecting the plant from intense afternoon heat. Use a fertile potting mix that drains freely but does not dry out completely. Water as the surface begins to dry and avoid leaving the pot standing in water. Velvet Red’s compact, mounded habit suits mixed containers and hanging baskets. ## Maintenance Remove spent stems or damaged leaves to maintain a clean mound. A light pinch can shape uneven growth. Protect the plant from frost; it is usually treated as a warm-season annual in outdoor gardens.