Begonia ‘Betsy’ (Begonia rex hybrid)

Name: Begonia ‘Betsy’ (Begonia rex hybrid)
Brand: Logee's Greenhouses
SKU: B3361-2
Price: 14.95 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

$14.95

SKU: B3361-2

2.5" Pot Size

Vigorous and robust, this rex begonia has defining silver spots on deep green leaves that brings unique form and color to the indoor garden. Its versatility is also noted as it can grow under a wide variety of light conditions. Reminiscent of the original rex begonias of the past, its full size reaches 14” tall. Begonia ‘Betsy’ also has no winter dormancy and is tolerant to heat, which makes this one an easy grower.

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Partial Sun

Spring
Winter

10

Easy Grower

Tips for Success:

• Place in good light; some direct sunlight is needed.• Accurate watering – Bring plant to a slight wilt between waterings.• Moderate fertilizer once a month. Stop fertilizer in the winter.• Keep humidity above 50% and night temperatures above 60-65ºF.• Growth cycle slows and stops for 2-3 months in the winter. Plants can lose some leaves during this resting period. This is normal. Continue normal watering.• Use terra cotta or clay pots.• Keep an eye out for mildew to which Rexes have some susceptibility.

Treating Mildew

• Identify - Appears as a white powder on the surface of the leaves, usually at the change of seasons.• Treatment - Apply a baking soda solution -1Tbl/quart with a dribble of dishwashing detergent.• Application - Spray at first signs and reapply every other day for 4-5 applications.• Prevention - Spray once every 3 months. Pure Neem Oil is effective on mildew.

Other Resources

PDF Care Sheet

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• Know Your Roots for Optimum Plant Health

• Choosing Containers, Pots and Vessels for your Plants

Videos:• How to Grow Rex Begonias

• Keeping Rex Begonias Healthy

• Selecting the Best Pot or Container for your Plant