Begonia Rex Black Velvet
Original price was: ₹649.00.₹275.00Current price is: ₹275.00.
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Selling Size : Single Plant | Pot Included | Secure Packing
Begonia Rex Black Velvet is a striking houseplant known for its dark, velvety, and intricate foliage. While they can be a bit particular, providing the right conditions will help them thrive.
Here’s a detailed care guide for Begonia Rex Black Velvet :
Key Care Requirements:
- Light: Begonia Rex ‘Black Velvet’ thrives in bright, indirect light.
- Indoors: Place it near an east- or west-facing window, or a few feet back from a south-facing window.
- Avoid: Direct sun, as it can scorch the leaves and cause them to lose their vibrant color. They can also do well under fluorescent grow lights.
- Watering: Begonias are sensitive to both overwatering and underwatering.
- Rule of Thumb: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
- Avoid: Getting water on the leaves, as it can lead to powdery mildew and other fungal diseases. Water at the base of the plant.
- Prevention: Ensure the pot has a drainage hole to prevent water from collecting at the bottom and causing root rot.
- Humidity: These plants are native to tropical environments and require high humidity to flourish.
- Ideal Level: 50% or higher.
- Methods:
- Use a pebble tray filled with water beneath the pot (make sure the pot isn’t sitting directly in the water).
- Group it with other plants to create a humid microclimate.
- Use a room humidifier.
- Signs of Low Humidity: Brown, crispy leaf edges or curled leaves.
- Soil: Use a well-draining, light, and airy potting mix.
- Recommended Mix: A peat-based potting soil mixed with perlite or vermiculite to improve aeration and drainage. This will prevent the soil from becoming waterlogged.
- Fertilizer: Feed your plant during the active growing season (spring and summer).
- Frequency: Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half or quarter strength every 2-4 weeks.
- Avoid: Fertilizing in the fall and winter when the plant’s growth slows down.
- Temperature: Begonia Rex ‘Black Velvet’ prefers warm, consistent temperatures.
- Ideal Range: Between ().
- Avoid: Cold drafts, sudden temperature changes, and temperatures below ().
Other Tips:
- Pruning: Remove any dead or yellowing leaves to encourage new growth and keep the plant healthy.
- Repotting: Rex Begonias grow from a shallow, knobby rhizome, so they prefer wide, shallow pots. Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound.
- Pests and Diseases: Be on the lookout for common pests like spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids. Powdery mildew is a common fungal issue, which can be prevented by avoiding getting water on the leaves and ensuring good air circulation.
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