leafjoy® Bold Belles™ Crystalline Sparkle™ Rock Begonia (Begonia masoniana)
leafjoy® Bold Belles™ Crystalline Sparkle™ Rock Begonia (Begonia masoniana)
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Introducing another treasure in the world of rock begonias—‘Crystalline Sparkle,’ a plant that invites you to reach out and touch it! Its thick, velvety leaves boast a rich dark olive-green hue, while both leaves and stems are beautifully adorned with a soft fuzz, showcasing subtle maroon undertones. When light hits the delicate hairs just right, ‘Crystalline Sparkle’ dazzles with its enchanting, shimmering effect. It’s a truly captivating addition to any plant collection!
- 12-18 inches tall and wide at maturity
- Prefers high humidity and temperatures from 60-85F
- Requires low to medium light, typically from an east or west window
- Maintains olive green leaves with mahogany fuzz year round
- Great for desktops, humid spaces, and low light spaces
Care Info:
- Temperature: For optimal performance, keep your begonias at 60-85°F (15-29°C).
- Light: Begonias thrive in medium to bright indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can lead to leaf scorch. Insufficient light can lead to legginess and faded leaves.
- Humidity: Begonias prefer moderate humidity. You can supplement their humidity by placing them on a pebble tray with water, or by clustering them together with other plants. Be careful of providing too much humidity or they can get white patches of mildew on their leaves.
- Watering: Begonias prefer moist, but not soggy soil. Be sure to water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage. Do not allow your Begonia to suffer from multiple spells of dryness, or it may get brown, crispy leaves.
- Fertilizing: Feed your Begonia once per month at half strength when it is actively growing. Reduce frequency of fertilization in the winter months. If no new leaves are growing, it does not need to be fertilized.
- Pruning: Over time, your Begonia will have older leaves fade and dry. Prune them with shears so the plant can put its energy into growing new leaves.
- Soil: When repotting your Begonia, use an all-purpose potting mix, with orchid bark and perlite added to ensure good drainage.
- Important Note: If your Begonia drops its leaves, don't give up! These plants grow from rhizomes and can sprout new leaves under the right conditions. They like very consistent conditions, overall, when it comes to watering, temperature, and light, and they need to have good drainage.
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Features
Characteristics
- Height: 12-18 in.
- Spread: 12-18 in.
- Habit: Mounded
- Light Requirements: Low Light
- Light Requirements: Moderate Light
- Soil Type: Any
- Soil Type: Any
- Soil Type: Indoor Potting Mix
- Soil Type: Well-Draining