Botanical Name: Begonia × hybrida ‘Dragon Wing White’

Common Name: Dragon Wing Begonia

Hardiness Zone: Annual in Most Climates; Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11)

Size: 12–18" Tall × 18–24" Spread

Growth Habit: Arching, Mounding, Well-Branched Habit

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade (Excellent Sun Tolerance)

Soil: Prefers Well-Drained, Fertile Soil

Water Needs: Moderate; Consistent Moisture for Best Performance

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Light, Regular Feeding During Active Growth

Features: Abundant Pure White Blooms, Glossy Green Foliage, Excellent Heat & Rain Tolerance, Self-Cleaning Flowers

Uses: Ideal for Containers, Hanging Baskets, Landscape Beds, Borders, and Mass Plantings

Patent: ❌ Not Patented

Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

See our complete Dragon Wing Begonia Guide for more in depth care details.

More About Begonia ‘Dragon Wing White’

If I had to hand just one plant to a brand new gardener, Dragon Wing Begonias would be it.. and White might be my favorite of the bunch. This is one of those rare annuals that can tolerate whatever you throw at it. Sun or shade, wet soil or a missed watering, inside or outside. containers or the ground—it just keeps going like it has something to prove. In places where other annuals quietly gave up, Dragon Wing Begonia thrives. 

Dragon Wing White brings a clean, bright look that feels almost tropical, thanks to those glossy green leaves and arching stems. The white blooms float just above the foliage, nonstop from planting all the way until frost, and they stay crisp—even in the thick heat of Summer. A lot of annuals look tired by July or August, yellowing or thinning out, but this one holds its color and structure beautifully. It doesn’t melt, it doesn’t sulk, and it doesn’t disappear when the rain won’t stop.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

Dragon Wing White has been almost comically reliable. We’ve grown it in full sun where Begonias supposedly don’t belong. We’ve grown it in part shade, under overhangs, near buildings, and even planted in spots that get very inconsistent watering. It always performs. No deadheading needed, the flowers drop cleanly on their own, and the foliage stays glossy and healthy from spring through fall.

As mentioned previously, this is one of the best plants we have for Beginners, because it rewards even imperfect care. Experienced gardeners also love it because it saves time while still looking intentional. While there is no such a thing as an “almost indestructible” annual, this is as close as it gets. It’s forgiving, adaptable, and consistently beautiful—and those are qualities you can always make room for in the garden.

White vs Other Dragon Wing Begonia

Dragon Wing White is the most versatile and design-friendly option of the three, offering crisp, clean blooms that brighten both sun and shade. Compared to Dragon Wing Pink, the white form reads lighter and more neutral, making it ideal for mixing with bold foliage or saturated companion colors without visual competition. While Dragon Wing Red draws attention through color, Dragon Wing White excels as a unifying plant that lifts darker combinations and keeps containers looking fresh and balanced all season.