Begonia Rex Red Ruby -Ø6 cm

Care/Details

Begonia rex prefers bright, indirect light, but it should be protected from direct sunlight. Direct sunlight can burn the leaves and cause them to wilt. This plant likes to be kept moist but not waterlogged. Overwatering can cause the roots to rot, so it’s important to make sure the soil has good drainage. To keep your begonia rex looking its best, it’s important to remove any dead or damaged leaves as soon as you notice them. You can also pinch back the stems to encourage bushier growth. 

• Environment – Ideally placed in a light environment, however, not in direct sun during months with strong sunshine. Temperatures between 18 to 30 degrees Celsius are recommended. Make sure to avoid cold breezes from open windows or doors during cold days.  

• Watering – Water once a week and make sure not to overwater, let the plant absorb all water within few hours. If any water left, you should pour the rest out. Try with 100-200 ml for midsize pots (10-12 ø cm pots) and 50 ml for mini plants (6cm). After a period of days, the soil will start to dry up, here you shall make sure the soil stays a bit moist, since letting the soil completely dry out can cause brown tips on the leaves. During winter periods with lower growth, you can wait a bit more between watering, however with the soil still moist.  

• Leaves care – Leaves care – It is common for outer leaves to become yellow at some point, wait for the leaf stem to loosen slightly from the plant before removal, do this with care to avoid harming the plant. If you notice the leaves turning during the day, this is perfectly normal since they seek towards the sun.  

• Fertilizer – This can be administered once monthly during spring and summer periods. During winter the plant are not as likely to endure growth, therefore, the plant will not absorb the fertilizer.