{"product_id":"begonia-maculata-black-forest-polka-dot-begonia","title":"Begonia maculata ‘Black Forest’ | Polka Dot Begonia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonia maculata ‘Black Forest’ is a striking foliage plant with elongated leaves, contrasting markings and a rich, dramatic look. Like other cane begonias, she grows upright on sturdy stems and can produce clusters of delicate flowers when conditions suit her.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. A little gentle morning sunshine is fine, but avoid strong direct sunlight, which can scorch her leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater when the top couple of centimetres of compost have started to dry. She likes some moisture around her roots but doesn't enjoy being waterlogged. Reduce watering during winter when growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌡️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep her warm, ideally around 18-25°C. She appreciates moderate to higher humidity, but good airflow helps prevent fungal problems. Avoid cold draughts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a light, free-draining houseplant compost with some perlite. Make sure the pot has drainage holes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✂️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove yellow or damaged leaves and trim back overly long stems to encourage a fuller shape. Use clean scissors and prune during the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRotate her occasionally so she grows evenly towards the light. Stem cuttings can be rooted to grow new plants. Try to avoid leaving water sitting on the leaves for long periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot Pet Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonias are considered toxic to pets if eaten, particularly because of compounds concentrated in the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 14cm nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":66235868184925,"sku":"7733363536772","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/1919\/3181\/files\/IMG-9222.jpg?v=1792527230","url":"https:\/\/greenka.uk\/products\/begonia-maculata-black-forest-polka-dot-begonia","provider":"Greenka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}