| Common
Name: |
Begonia masoniana 'Iron Cross' |
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| Ornamental
Features: |
Lime green leaf marked by a dark cross pattern in the center. Heavily textured leaf with the marking makes it very attractive. VIRUS INDEXED AND NEGATIVE |
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| Habit
and Growth Rate: |
Flowers in the spring with small clusters of pink flowers high above the campy. Grows up to 18 inches tall. |
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| Landscape
Value: |
Does well in hanging baskets. |
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| Hardiness: |
Zone 10 |
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| Culture: |
Use a well-drained, loose soil mix. Keep soil moist. Prefers full shade to partial shade or partial sun. |
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| Pot
Size & Finish Time: |
4 inch (10 to 12 weeks), 6 inch (16 to 18 weeks). |
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| Propagation
Methods: |
Tissue culture. |
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| Pest/Disease
Problems: |
Mealy bugs, snails and slugs. |
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More
Information: |
Lime green leaf marked by a dark cross pattern in the center. Heavily textured leaf with the marking makes it very attractive. |
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