Tectonic™ Magma Begonia
Begonia sp. 'DJHAP18003'
SKU
44384
An exotic specimen from the forests of Northeastern India. Big, dramatically dark green leaves show peeks of their contrasting, burgundy undersides and stems. Adds bold texture and contrast to any lightly shaded setting. An extraordinary specimen for containers, a large terrarium, or as a houseplant.
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Full shade, Partial shade
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | be-GO-nee-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Insignificant; Prized for Foliage |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Tropical |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Houseplant, Specimen, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full shade, Partial shade |
| Special Feature | Clump Forming, Shade Loving, Multi-Season Interest |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Ligularia (Ligularia); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Fern (Arachniodes); Anemone (Anemone); False Ginseng (Metapanax delavayi) |
Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Best with some humidity; avoid extreme heat and harsh sun exposures. Water regularly, allowing soil to dry just slightly between watering. Move container plants indoors when temperatures reach 45 degrees to overwinter as a houseplant.
This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Grow Indoors in All Zones