Begonia 'Festive Silver'

Also Known As

Begonia rex 'Festive Silver'

Plant type

perennial

size

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

planting zones

10a-12

Begonia 'Festive Silver' plant details

Begonia 'Festive Silver' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, green, pink and variegated foliage. In fall pink flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Begonia 'Festive Silver'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: begoniaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green, pink and variegated
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Festive Silver'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender. 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!