This set pairs two foliage begonias from the Spacestars range, 'Avior' with dark green folded leaves and 'Maia' with olive-green leaves veined in red.
The Spacestars range is a group of unusual foliage begonias, rare and out of the ordinary, sold for the living room or kitchen as much as the garden. 'Avior' has eye-catching dark green leaves that fold down at the edge, while 'Maia' has olive to grey-green leaves marked with striking red veins. Indoors it wants bright but indirect light, out of the midday sun; a spot near an east or north facing window suits it well, and in the frost-free months it can stand outside in a sheltered, shaded place.
These foliage begonias are houseplants at heart and must stay indoors through the cold months; none go outside until the frosts are over, and they come back in before the autumn chill. Keep the compost lightly moist and never waterlogged. Begonias are harmful if eaten.
Supplied as 6 large, established plants in 1L pots, 3 of 'Avior' and 3 of 'Maia', packed in a gift box direct from the British nursery.
Cultural Information
Common Name: Foliage begonia (Spacestars range)
Fully Grown Height and Spread: The grower gives no measurements
Growth Habit: Leafy, clump-forming
Perfect For: Living rooms and kitchens, bright windowsills, a sheltered summer spot outdoors
Foliage: 'Avior' dark green and folded at the edge; 'Maia' olive to grey-green with red veins
Flowering Time: Grown for foliage, not flowers
Planting Position: Bright, indirect light indoors; can spend the frost-free months outside
Soil Type: Free-draining houseplant compost, kept lightly moist
Hardiness: Not hardy; keep indoors except in the frost-free months
Maintenance: Low; water when the surface dries
Seasonal Interest: Year-round foliage indoors
Type: Tender foliage begonia, sold for indoors and out
