Pike's Pick for May 2, 2009
6-Inch Totem Rex Begonia Vine
Cissus discolor
Species Native Range: China & Southeast Asia
Hardiness: USDA Zones 10+ (houseplant)
Mature Size: 4-6 feet long
Exposure: Partial to full shade
Soil: Rich, moist but well-drained
Drought Tolerance: Good
Ease of Culture: Easy
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On sale this Saturday and Sunday (May 2nd and 3rd) for 20% off at your local Pike Nurseries.

This tropical climbing vine has lovely multi-colored variegated foliage and red tendrils. Easy to grow as a houseplant, patio plant or summer annual outdoors. The large elongated heart-shaped foliage sports green/white colorations on the upper leaf surfaces while the undersides are bright red.

Plant Rex Bognia Vine on a trellis or other support in the ground or in a container in partial to full shade or indoors in rich, well-drained soil. This plant also performs well in hanging baskets. Water when the top inch is dry. Rex Begonia Vine can remain outdoors as long as the nighttime temperatures remain above 55-60 degrees. Bring indoors for the winter months and place in a partially sunny window. Fertilize monthly during the growing season from April to October.

Good companion plants include Boston ferns, impatiens, caladiums or other shade-tolerant plants.


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