Begonia 'Purple Curly Stardust'

Also Known As

Begonia x rex 'Purple Curly Stardust'
Purple Curly Stardust Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 10"-14"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Purple Curly Stardust' plant details

Begonia 'Purple Curly Stardust' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, green, pink, red and variegated foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Purple Curly Stardust'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green, pink, red and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 10 IN - 14 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Purple Curly Stardust'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Luminous in the light, this rex begonia has unusual purple coloring on its wavy leaves with a sprinkling of silver color, hence its name 'Purple Curly Stardust.' A welcome addition to the potted garden its new leaves add lots of color such as pink, red, green and gray and with characteristic rex swirl. Grow in partial shade and dry out between waterings.