Begonia 'Festive Paisley Silver'

Also Known As

Begonia rex 'Festive Paisley Silver'

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

Begonia 'Festive Paisley Silver' plant details

Begonia 'Festive Paisley Silver' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with black, blue, green, purple, variegated and white foliage. In fall pink 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 humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Festive Paisley Silver'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen black, blue, green, purple, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Festive Paisley Silver'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fancy leaf begonia can be grown both indoors and outdoors. It displays deeply veined silver leaves, outlined with a dark-green, silver-spotted edging. Begonias grow best in well-drained, humus-rich soil with moderate water. Apply a slow-release fertilizer sparingly in spring. Beautiful accent plant for borders and containers, or grow as a houseplant!