Double Up Red Begonia

Double Up™ Red produces dense, double red flowers above dark bronze-to-black leaves. Proven Winners describes the exact patented Begonia semperflorens selection as an upright, globe-shaped annual that blooms from planting to frost, tolerates heat, and cleans itself without routine deadheading; its mature range is 8–18 inches tall by 8–14 inches wide ([Proven Winners](https://c5.provenwinners.com/plants/begonia/double-red-begonia-semperflorens)). ## Placement and growing conditions Use it in massed annual beds, borders, or containers where the large double flowers and dark foliage can stand out. The breeder lists sun or shade. University of Minnesota Extension recommends shade or morning sun, afternoon protection, and well-drained soil. Water regularly at the base and keep soil moist without leaving roots saturated ([University of Minnesota Extension](https://extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/yard-and-garden/gardening-in-minnesota/begonia)). ## Seasonal care Plant after frost danger and check container soil more often during hot weather. In cold climates, grow it as a warm-season annual. The patent record identifies ‘LEGDBLRED’ and describes deep red, mostly double flowers and a broadly upright rounded habit ([USPP32686P2 patent](https://patents.google.com/patent/USPP32686P2/en)). ## Maintenance Remove damaged foliage and old debris as needed. The breeder describes the flowers as self-cleaning, so routine deadheading is unnecessary. Keep the plant away from pets that chew plants; University of Minnesota Extension notes begonias are toxic to cats and dogs.