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Black Hole™ Rex begonia

Begonia rex

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Overview

The Begonia rex Black Hole™ is a mounded foliage annual with shining silver leaves, black jagged edges, dark green veining, and a dramatic burgundy-black center. It grows 15-18 inches tall and wide, with occasional coral-red flowers. Best in part shade to shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil and moderate moisture. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-12.

Water Medium
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The Begonia rex Black Hole™ is a mounded foliage annual with shining silver leaves
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — and a dramatic burgundy-black centerBlack Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — It grows 15-18 inches tall and wide, with occasional coral-red flowersBlack Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-12Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The Begonia rex Black Hole™Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Best in part shade to shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil and moderate moistureBlack Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — commonly referred to as Black Hole™ Rex begonia+12

Culture

Water
Medium

Shape & size

Mature height
1.25–1.5 Ft.
Mature width
1.25–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Begoniaceae

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Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The Begonia rex Black Hole™ is a mounded foliage annual with shining silver leaves
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — and a dramatic burgundy-black center
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — It grows 15-18 inches tall and wide, with occasional coral-red flowers
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-12
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The Begonia rex Black Hole™
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Best in part shade to shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil and moderate moisture
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — commonly referred to as Black Hole™ Rex begonia
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — is a dramatic foliage annual from Proven Winners® that brings a rich
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — almost theatrical presence to shaded plantings
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Its leaves are the true performance: shining silver surfaces are cut with dark green veining
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — and drawn inward to a deep burgundy-black center that gives the plant its name
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The effect is intricate and moody
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — like burnished metal over velvet
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — It is grown as an annual in most climates
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — upright mounding begonia matures to about 15 to 18 inches tall and wide
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — making it compact enough for containers yet substantial enough to hold visual weight in a composition
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — while remaining hardy in USDA Zones 10a through 12b where it can be enjoyed outdoors year-round in protected
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Its tidy habit and richly patterned foliage allow it to read beautifully at close range
Black Hole™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — especially along shaded patios

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