When you picture a begonia, you probably imagine the pink or red perennial that blooms in flower boxes and on suburban lawns. However, there are actually more than 2,000 types of begonias, and many of ...

Audrey Temmer of Appleton is a fancier of fine foliage. One of her favorite foliage plants for containers that last well into fall are the amazing and varied rex begonias. One of the most spectacular ...

The genus Begonia includes more than 1,300 species and countless hybrids which are broken into several classes according to their appearance and cultural requirements. However, many begonias are ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. Begonias are huge family of plants that fill different needs at different ...

There are more than 1,300 types of begonias. Several are popular outdoor garden and container plants. However, many begonias are famous only for their foliage; these are rex begonias. Rex begonias ...

With over 1,800 species and hybrids, begonias are a staple plant in homes and gardens across the country. From the cane begonias with their delicate drooping blooms to the bold rex begonias with their ...

Q–My rex begonias are doing well outdoors on a protected porch this summer but from past experience I am afraid they will fall apart when cold weather threatens and I bring them indoors. What should I ...

An eye-catching group of plants that has been around for more than a century, rex begonias have been attention-getters but never a favorite among foliage plant collectors. Unfurling leaves of many ...

Its name is “Rex” begonia, and as far as I’m concerned it’s the king of the Plant Kingdom when it comes to stunning foliage. I’ve been fascinated by this plant since I was probably 8 or 9 years old.

The 1,800-plus species and hybrids of the begonia family (Begoniaceae) give gardeners a wide selection of flower colors, leaf styles, and growth patterns. Begonias love humid habitats that offer some ...