Jive Begonia

Jive Begonia Care

Begonia 'Jive'

What is the plant

Begonia 'Jive' was created by Antoon Hoefnagels in the Netherlands. The plant will grow to be about 12 inches tall at maturity extending to 16 inches tall with the flowers, with a spread of 12 inches.

The medium sized leaves of Begonia 'Jive' are light green with chocolate brown markings along the leaf margin. The leaf margin is lined with small white hairs. There is a small spiral at the point of petiole attachment and the apex of the leaf comes to long point. Its small size makes it a perfect subject for the window sill. Begonia is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Begoniaceae. The genus contains more than 1,800 different plant species. The Begonias are native to moist subtropical and tropical climates.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Temperature

10°C - 24°C

Hardiness zone

10 - 12

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
From spring - fall you will need to water this plant often, especially while it's in bloom. Keep the soil moist to the touch slightly, but do not overwater. During winter cut down watering and allow the top soil to become dry to the touch before watering again.
Fertilizer
From spring - fall feed the plant while the soil is damp every 2 weeks. Use a high potassium diluted feed of 5-10-5.
Sunlight
This plant is not in favor of all day direct sun, however, an East facing window will suit a Rex beautifully. In their natural habitat most Begonias grow under cover. Bright light is best and during the winter some morning or late afternoon sun is fine.

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Soil
African Violet ready made potting soil works well. Otherwise, use a rich soilless well draining potting mix.
Temperature
Average room temperatures of 55-75°F (13-24°C) are best suited for Begonias. No less than 55°F.
Container
Choose a container with enough drainage holes. Clay pots work well because they tend to release moisture easier, preventing root problems from stagnant water. Repot the plant every 2 years.