(syn. B. fuchsioides) Cane-type begonia grown for its small leaves and proliferation of small pink flowers that hand elegantly from its branches. Height 1m or morel. Tender.
1L
Exotic
£8.00
Begonia luxurians
Distinctive cane begonia with parasol leaves divided into long fingers, and tiny white flowers through the year. An excellent houseplant or outside for the summer. Height to 2m.
2L
Exotic
£10.00
Begonia 'Metallica'
Deeply veined leaves with a metallic sheen. Pink flowers from summer onward. Can make 45cm in height and width.
2L
Exotic
£8.00
Begonia palmata 'Snow Splash'
A white-spotted form of this gorgeous species, collected in Taiwan by Patrick Blanc. A nursery favourite. Might prove hardy; as yet untested. Height to 60cm.
2L
Exotic
£10.00
Billbergia nutans
Strappy leaves give this South American bromeliad an exotic charm, yet this species is remarkably hardy in the UK if given good drainage. Makes a large colony in time.
2L
Exotic
£14.00
Billbergia nutans 'Variegata'
A variegated form of this small South American bromeliad. Possibly slightly less hardy; if you're going to dry it then drainage will be key. Failing that cold glass for winter.