Rex Begonia

Common Name	Rex Begonia
Botanical Name	Begonia cultorum
Origins	Modern varieties are bred from species found in Tropical and Subtropical parts of South America.
Season Availability	Most of the year except for mid winter.
Description	These plants are grown for their colourful foliage. They originate from the forest floor and so can tolerate growing indoors.
Colours	Leaves have intricate patterns of colour mixtures including green, grey, silver, pink and burgundy.
Growing Conditions	Well lit warm position indoors but away from direct sun near a window. Leaves develop deep colouration in lower light and under cool conditions.
Care Instructions	Water once a week in summer and once a fortnight in cooler weather. During warmer months feed with a soluble plant food monthly.