Triton™ Rex begonia

Begonia rex

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Overview

The Begonia rex is a compact, mounded foliage annual from Proven Winners® with dark green leaves washed in a fine silver mist, giving the plant a cool, luminous texture. Triton™ Rex begonia grows 15-18 inches tall and wide, forming a dense filler for shaded containers. It prefers part shade to shade, average soil, and steady, moderate moisture without sogginess. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-12.

Water Medium

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The Begonia rex is a compact

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — mounded foliage annual from Proven Winners® with dark green leaves washed in a fine silver mist

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Triton™ Rex begonia grows 15-18 inches tall and wide, forming a dense filler for shaded containers

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — It prefers part shade to shade, average soil, and steady, moderate moisture without sogginess

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-12

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — commonly referred to as Triton™ Rex begonia

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — is a compact foliage annual from the Proven Winners® collection

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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Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The Begonia rex is a compact

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — mounded foliage annual from Proven Winners® with dark green leaves washed in a fine silver mist

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Triton™ Rex begonia grows 15-18 inches tall and wide, forming a dense filler for shaded containers

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — It prefers part shade to shade, average soil, and steady, moderate moisture without sogginess

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10-12

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — commonly referred to as Triton™ Rex begonia

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — is a compact foliage annual from the Proven Winners® collection

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — valued for its refined texture and cool

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Unlike many Rex begonias with bold

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Triton™ carries a quieter sophistication: dense

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — dark green foliage with smoother edges

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — each leaf delicately veiled in a fine silver mist

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — The effect is almost dewy

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Triton™ Rex begonia reaches about 15 to 18 inches tall and wide

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — tidy presence without becoming loose or sprawling

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — as though the plant has been brushed with morning light

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — It is typically used as an annual in most climates

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — while remaining hardy in frost-free USDA Zones 10a through 12b

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — where its silvered leaves retain their handsome coloration without scorching

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — well-drained soil is suitable

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — Because it is grown primarily for foliage rather than flowers

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — its visual value remains steady through the season

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — and watering should be consistent but not excessive; the goal is even moisture rather than saturated roots

Triton™ Rex begonia (Begonia rex) — With average fertility and easy maintenance needs

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