University of Georgia Classic City Award
Scientific Name: Begonia rex hybrid
Common Name: Rex Begonia
Hardiness Degree: 50°F (10.0°C)
Blooming Season: Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer, Autumn
Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright
Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Shade Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 6 - 10" (15 - 25cm)
Height: 16 - 20" (41 - 51cm)
Width: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)
Exposure: Shade
General Information: Bright, cool foliage plants grow in the deepest shade – carefree and colorful.
Selected to fill out 6-in. (15-cm) up to large-sized containers like Jurassic, but the leaves are 40% smaller and more branched.
'Fire Spike'