Begonia 'Silver Jewell'
Rhizomatous Begonias
Award-winning Begonia 'Silver Jewell' is an evergreen, rhizomatous perennial mostly grown for its pretty foliage of heart-shaped, finely puckered, metallic silver leaves, remarkably adorned with dark green radiating markings. They are covered with tiny hair, which gives them a glistening velvet finish. In winter, clusters of creamy-white flowers are an added bonus. Perfect for pots and containers, it makes a wonderful houseplant.
- Winner of the Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
- Grows up to 12 in. tall and wide (30 cm).
- Prefers partial shade and organically rich, moist but well-drained soils. This begonia requires high humidity during the growing period. Let the soil dry between waterings and avoid overwatering as it may cause fungal diseases or rot.
- Propagate by leaf cuttings or sections of rhizome.
- No pruning required. Remove dead leaves promptly and keep the soil surface free of debris to avoid disease problems.
- Watch for caterpillars, mealybugs, tarsonemid mite, thrips, vine weevil, aphids and powder mildew.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 10
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Begonia |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | High |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 10
– 11 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
Climate Zones | 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Begonia |
Exposure | Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spread | 10" – 1' (25cm – 30cm) |
Spacing | 12" (30cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | High |
Soil Type | Loam |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Plant of Merit, Showy, Evergreen |
Garden Uses | Patio and Containers |