Begonia 'Macarena Cruz'

Begonia 'Macarena Cruz' 🎨 is a rex begonia grown for its leaves: bold, textured foliage in shades of pink, burgundy, silver and green. It's a compact plant with a lot of color for its size. Give it bright indirect light and keep the soil lightly moist in a well-draining mix. Rex begonias like a bit of humidity, but water the soil rather than the leaves. Pro tip: if the colors start to look washed out, it may be getting too much direct sun ☀️. When it arrives, give it 2-4 weeks to settle in before you repot.

Sold in a 4" pot

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Begonia rex 'Macarena'
🏷️ Common Names: Macarena Rex Begonia, Rex Begonia
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; keep the soil lightly moist, never soggy
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun
🍃 Growth Habit: Compact foliage begonia
🪴 Difficulty Level: Intermediate
⚠️ Toxicity: Toxic if chewed or ingested by pets or people
🌎 Native Region: Rex begonia hybrid; parent species from Asia

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