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Begonia 'Looking Glass'

Also Known As

  • Begonia fibrous x 'Looking Glass'
  • Looking Glass Fibrous Hybrid Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1"-3"
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Begonia 'Looking Glass' plant details

Begonia 'Looking Glass' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, green, red and variegated foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular 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 'Looking Glass'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green, red and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Looking Glass'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Begonia ‘Looking Glass’ is a gorgeous, cane-like Angelwing hybrid Begonia with large, beautiful silver leaves sporting olive-green veins and red undersides. Medium size clusters of pink flowers dangle down. With a fast, upright habit, it is so easy to grow! Begonias grow best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with moderate water. Apply a slow-release fertilizer sparingly in spring. A beautiful accent plant for borders or containers, but also works well as a houseplant. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!
This glistening silver hybrid combines good looks with an easy-to-please personality. Its large, shiny leaves have olive-green veins and cranberry underneath.

Gardening facts about Begonia 'Looking Glass' plant

How to Grow Begonia 'Looking Glass'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • red
    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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