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    • Photo of Begonia 'Jive' foliage by Little Prince of Oregon

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    Begonia 'Jive'

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 10b-12

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    Begonia 'Jive' plant details

    Begonia 'Jive' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chocolate, green and variegated foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Grows well with bright shade - 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 'Jive'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: begoniaceae
    Foliage: evergreen chocolate, green and variegated
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink blooms in summer
    Uses: houseplant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Begonia 'Jive'

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Begonia ‘Jive’ is a compact, full variety featuring medium-sized chartreuse leaves with wavy edges that are embellished with chocolate brown specks. The leaf edges are lined with tiny, white hairs. Light pink flowers are displayed on stems above the foliage.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Gardening facts about Begonia 'Jive' plant

    How to Grow Begonia 'Jive'

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • green
      • chocolate

    • Flower Color

      • pink

    • Fruit

      • green

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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