Written by: Christin Ritz
It's all about the foliage, baby! From a silvery green to burgundy, and every variation in between, Rex Begonia is a stunner! And you gotta love those fuzzy stems!
Keep it in a bright room, out of direct sun and make sure the soil stays moist. Some will go dormant in winter, so reduce watering during those months. It may occasionally flower, but the blooms are much less impressive than the foliage, so pinch them off to encourage more growth. You can also coax it to spread by putting it in a wide, shallow pot. Rex B. enjoys humidity, but misting its leaves can cause disease, so place the pot atop a tray of pebbles with water.
This one is toxic to both cats and dogs, so be sure to keep it out of pet's reach.
It adds beauty and color to any front porch or summer garden. Just wait till the overnight temperatures are consistently over 55° before putting it outdoors (which is right around the corner!)