Topspin™ Bronze Scarlet Begonia

Topspin™ Bronze Scarlet is a named selection within the Topspin line of *Begonia semperflorens*, the wax-begonia group. Wax begonias are tender flowering plants used for seasonal beds, borders, and containers, with general guidance favoring sunny to partly shaded sites and moist, well-drained soil. [Syngenta Topspin culture sheet](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/ams/sites/g/files/kgtney2381/files/file_field/import/field_media_link/sites/g/files/zhg721/f/media/2020/02/16/culture_seed_begonia_topspin.pdf) [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/begonia-wax-types/) [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/25707/begonia-semperflorens-hort/details) ## Garden use Use this selection for warm-season color in beds, borders, and containers. The broader wax-begonia group is valued for flowering display and adapts to both garden plantings and container use. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/begonia-wax-types/) [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/25707/begonia-semperflorens-hort/details) ## Growing conditions Choose full sun to partial shade and a moist, well-drained growing medium. Keep the root area evenly moist while allowing excess water to drain; check containers regularly during warm, dry weather. These are general wax-begonia care practices, and local light and weather conditions affect watering frequency. [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/begonia-wax-types/) [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/25707/begonia-semperflorens-hort/details) ## Maintenance Plant outdoors after frost risk has passed and protect from freezing conditions. Use as seasonal color in climates with cold winters, and remove damaged material during routine cleanup. The Topspin culture sheet provides production guidance for the line, while the public garden references describe care for wax begonias generally. [Syngenta Topspin culture sheet](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/ams/sites/g/files/kgtney2381/files/file_field/import/field_media_link/sites/g/files/zhg721/f/media/2020/02/16/culture_seed_begonia_topspin.pdf) [NC State Extension](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/begonia-wax-types/) [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/25707/begonia-semperflorens-hort/details)