| Common
Name: |
Begonia 'Joe Hayden' |
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| Ornamental
Features: |
Dramatic, dark, star-shaped leaves with burgandy undersides topped by light pink flowers. |
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| Habit
and Growth Rate: |
Rhizomatous, mounding habit. Producing blooms in the spring. |
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| Landscape
Value: |
Excellent container plant or can be used in the landscape. Contrast it's rich dark foliage with bright yellows and greens. |
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| Hardiness: |
Zone 10 |
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| Culture: |
Requires a moderate amount of moisture. Use an acidic, well draining soil. Requires partial to full shade. |
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| Pot
Size & Finish Time: |
1 gallon (14 to 18 weeks). |
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| Propagation
Methods: |
Tissue culture and division. |
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| Pest/Disease
Problems: |
Foliar fungus. |
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More
Information: |
MEDIA: Airy mix of Peat, Bark and Perlite
MEDIA MOISTURE MANAGEMENT: Range of 2 (on 1-5 scale, 5 being an aquatic)
LIGHT: >1200 Ft candles
HUMIDITY: >40% to 70%
SOIL TEMP: keep between 55 and 85 degrees F
PH: 5.8-6.2 |
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