{"product_id":"begonia-polka-dot","title":"Begonia Maculata Polka Dot","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e🌿 Begonia maculata ‘Polka Dot’\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBegonia maculata\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong\u003ePolka Dot Begonia\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a spectacular houseplant recognized for its elongated, asymmetrical leaves covered in \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive silver-white spots\u003c\/strong\u003e. The undersides are often a rich \u003cstrong\u003eburgundy-red\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a beautiful contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e☀️ Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light. Gentle morning sun is fine, but avoid strong direct afternoon sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💧 Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm (1 inch)\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil feels dry. Keep the soil lightly moist but never soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a loose, well-draining mix with \u003cstrong\u003epotting soil, perlite, and orchid bark\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💦 Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoys moderate to high humidity, ideally around \u003cstrong\u003e50–70%\u003c\/strong\u003e, but good airflow is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌡️ Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers \u003cstrong\u003e18–27°C (65–80°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright and cane-forming, with tall stems that can become quite bushy. Regular pruning encourages fuller growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Propagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very easy from \u003cstrong\u003estem cuttings\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially cuttings containing a node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌸 Flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature plants can produce clusters of delicate \u003cstrong\u003ewhite or pale pink flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Common mistake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid keeping the leaves constantly wet or misting excessively. Wet foliage combined with poor airflow can encourage fungal problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⭐ Difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Growth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, cane-forming\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🎨 Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver polka-dot leaves with burgundy undersides\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💧 Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep lightly moist, never soggy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🐾 Pet safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eToxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watering Tropical Fever","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot","offer_id":51793469866273,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":53518476149025,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/5164\/9313\/files\/da20d822a45bd141e3f00d64879fee8012ca88b197e87a3c140ebed4972dc0ec.jpg?v=1757349881","url":"https:\/\/wtfyyc.ca\/zh\/products\/begonia-polka-dot","provider":"Watering Tropical Fever","version":"1.0","type":"link"}