Begonia - Omaha Beefsteak

$7.77

The soil must be well drained. The growth habit of Rex begonias is mounding and compact in nature. They also flower, but usually the flowers are overshadowed by the striking foliage. Very attractive! The Rex Begonias are kings of the Begonia World, that's why they are called Rex because that in Latin means king. The Omaha Beefsteak has blood red leaves with a dark purple center. The Begonia Omaha Beefsteak, 'Begonia rex hybrids', a Great American Cities ™ Begonias, are grown for their colorful textured leaves. Lower light and cooler temperatures will really bring out the color in Rex begonias leaves and high light will cause all colors to fade. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Hanging baskets suit the plant's requirement for good air circulation. These type of begonias display wildly varied leaves streaked, bordered, spotted, and splotched by many colors. ... details

Impatien - New Guinea Celebration Peach This plant can also be a perennial in warmer zones. Place in moist but not wet, well-drained soil. The Celebration series has been bred to be grower friendly with very large flowers. They are great for baskets or even gallon pots and landscapes. Shade plants are hard to find and New Guenea Impatiens fill that niche with vibrant beauty. Impatiens are a low maintainence flower but do require frequent waterings. Fertilize twice a month in beds, every week in containers.