Begonia 'Green Gold'

Also Known As

Begonia x rex 'Green Gold'
Green Gold Rex Begonia

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 8"-15"

planting zones

10a-12

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Begonia 'Green Gold' plant details

Begonia 'Green Gold' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, green, pink and variegated foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. 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 and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Green Gold'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green, pink and variegated
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: houseplant, spiral leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Green Gold'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A good choice for indoors or the summer container. This Rex with its deep green veining silhouettes its spiraled and predominantly silver leaves. The old leaves blush pink while the newer leaves carry a greenish gold hue. Hardy to Zone 10, this is a vigorous, older hybrid that has proven itself time and again.