{"product_id":"begonia-rex-spirit-of-bali","title":"Begonia rex 'Spirit Of Bali'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWith its soft silver leaves, dark maroon veining and a blush of dusky pink at the centre, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBegonia rex 'Spirit Of Bali'\u003c\/span\u003e is an utterly captivating \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003efoliage plant\u003c\/span\u003e. This \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRex Begonia variety\u003c\/span\u003e has a delicate yet dramatic appearance, with curled leaf edges and a marbled, almost painted finish that makes it look like living artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePerfect for those who love \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eunusual houseplants\u003c\/span\u003e, 'Spirit Of Bali' is a great way to add colour and interest to low-light areas of your home. It prefers bright but indirect light, warmth, and a little extra humidity – ideal for terrarium-style setups or cosy corners. Water directly into the soil or bottom-water to avoid splashing the leaves, as like all Begonias, they’re prone to spotting if wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis variety stays compact, making it well-suited for shelves, desktops or grouped foliage displays. An eye-catching choice for collectors and beginners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":12}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Begonia rex (King Begonia) 'Red Heart'\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBegonia rex\u003c\/i\u003e (King Begonia) 'Spirit Of Bali'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":12}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Begonia rex (King Begonia) 'Red Heart'\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis variety is a cultivar of Begonia which is part of the rex group of cultivars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Rex Begonia, King Begonia, Painted Leaf Begonia, Fancy-Leaf Begonia\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eRex Begonia, King Begonia, Painted Leaf Begonia, Fancy-Leaf Begonia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Originates in Northeastern India, Southern China and Vietnam\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eOriginates in Northeastern India, Southern China and Vietnam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Thrives in bright, indirect light, but will tolerate some shade. A North- or Northeast-facing window is a good bet here!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eThrives in bright, indirect light, but will tolerate some shade. A North- or Northeast-facing window is a good bet here!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Keep the soil moist, but ensure good drainage and don't allow to sit in water. Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and reduce watering in winter. Don't water onto the leaves.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eKeep the soil moist, but ensure good drainage and don't allow to sit in water. Water when the top inch of soil is dry, and reduce watering in winter. Don't water onto the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Begonias like humidity; average indoor humidity is fine as long as they aren't too close to a radiator which will dry them out! They will love a bright kitchen or bathroom.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eBegonias like humidity; average indoor humidity is fine as long as they aren't too close to a radiator which will dry them out! They will love a bright kitchen or bathroom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"A well-draining mix with added sand and coir, such as a blend designed for ferns, will work well here. Repot every three years or once the plant and roots are crowding the pot.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eA well-draining mix with added sand and coir, such as a blend designed for ferns, will work well here. Repot every three years or once the plant and roots are crowding the pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Feed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eFeed every four waters in the growing season, reduce to every six in autumn and winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Ideal temperature range of 15-26°C; don't let it drop below 12°C in winter.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eIdeal temperature range of 15-26°C; don't let it drop below 12°C in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"No, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eNo, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Water directly into the soil or bottom-water by placing the plant into a tray of water for about ten minutes to let it drink its fill - these Begonias don't like getting their leaves wet.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}'\u003eWater directly into the soil or bottom-water by placing the plant into a tray of water for about ten minutes to let it drink its fill - these Begonias don't like getting their leaves wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":57250229977469,"sku":"3181605931671","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"12cm","offer_id":57250230010237,"sku":"5181605931671","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/begonia-rex-spirit-of-bali-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-4771082.jpg?v=1762296968","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/begonia-rex-spirit-of-bali","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}