{"product_id":"begonia-highway","title":"Begonia 'Highway'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"306\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"33\"\u003eBegonia ‘Highway’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a highly sought-after cane-type hybrid begonia, prized for its spectacular metallic silver foliage and burgundy undersides. Its elegant appearance and vigorous growth make it an excellent houseplant for begonia collectors.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-688a5245-9f88-8327-b99f-0aa67636faa5-13\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-600\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-688a5245-9f88-8327-b99f-0aa67636faa5-13\" data-turn-id=\"request-688a5245-9f88-8327-b99f-0aa67636faa5-13\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-id=\"9e5824dc-c60b-412a-addd-e8b3cdb3e728\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"752\" data-start=\"309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"322\" data-start=\"309\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horticultural hybrid. Its exact parentage has never been officially published. Based on its characteristics, it is likely derived from crosses involving \u003cstrong data-end=\"511\" data-start=\"487\"\u003eBegonia aconitifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"513\"\u003eBegonia coccinea\u003c\/strong\u003e, and possibly \u003cstrong data-end=\"570\" data-start=\"550\"\u003eBegonia maculata\u003c\/strong\u003e, species widely used in the creation of silver-leafed cane-type begonias. However, this parentage remains unconfirmed. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"770\" data-start=\"754\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growth. It develops upright cane-like stems bearing large, elongated, silver leaves with well-defined dark green veins. The undersides of the leaves are burgundy red, creating a remarkable contrast. Over time, it forms an impressive plant that can be staked to encourage a more vertical habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1272\" data-start=\"1113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1113\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Occasional flowering. It produces clusters of small, pale pink to deep pink flowers that contrast beautifully with its metallic foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1474\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright but indirect light. Good light promotes dense foliage and accentuates the silver reflections. Avoid intense direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1688\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1490\" data-start=\"1476\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top few centimeters of the substrate begin to dry. Keep the soil slightly moist, but not waterlogged. Reduce watering slightly when growth slows down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1869\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1704\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a well-draining tropical plant potting mix, enriched with perlite, coco fiber, and fine bark to ensure excellent root aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1956\" data-start=\"1871\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1885\" data-start=\"1871\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly toxic if ingested by humans and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1685\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/collections\/terreau-pour-plante-dinterieur\/products\/terreau-empotage-connaisseur-bio-5l\"\u003eOur potting soil for tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantearium","offers":[{"title":"4.25 inches","offer_id":43359011307581,"sku":"prod","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9223\/5821\/files\/DSC_4444.jpg?v=1784315669","url":"https:\/\/serreslavoie.com\/en\/products\/begonia-highway","provider":"Serres Lavoie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}