Begonia 'Kay Slowey'

Also Known As

Begonia x 'Kay Slowey'
Kay Slowey Angel Wing Begona
Kay Slowey fibrous hybrid Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Kay Slowey' plant details

Begonia 'Kay Slowey' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with black, chocolate, variegated and white foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Kay Slowey'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen black, chocolate, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: hanging basket, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Kay Slowey'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Angel Wing begonia 'Kay Slowey' is an outstanding low-growing compact begonia with deep charcoal-green leaves and clusters of luminous pink blooms. Its mounding habit makes it perfect for limited space and it shows well in a hanging basket or pot. Under the higher light of summer, 'Kay Slowey' is a non-stop bloomer.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

Gardening facts about Begonia 'Kay Slowey' plant

How to Grow Begonia 'Kay Slowey'

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant