The American Begonia Society awarded Terra Nova Nurseries a blue ribbon for its Begonia ‘Metallic Mist’ in the “New Introduction from a Commercial Grower” category where it earned 96 out of 100 points. ‘Metallic Mist’ is a hybrid of two Chinese Begonia species and has heavily silvered, maple-like leaves. It grows in USDA Hardiness Zones 7B to 9.
Dan Heims, co-owner and president of Terra Nova, was presented the blue ribbon at the American Begonia Society’s national convention in Houston, Texas, held May 14-18.