{"product_id":"begonia-maculata-polka-dot-starter-plant","title":"Begonia maculata ‘Polka Dot’ Starter Plant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eegonia maculata is one of those plants that looks like it was designed by someone who said, “Cute, but make it weird.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyoung starter plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, beautiful spotting, and those classic reddish backs that make Polka Dot Begonias so fun. It is not a full, bushy plant yet, but it has a great start and plenty of room to grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonia maculata has long, wing-shaped leaves with silvery-white spots and deep red tones underneath. It is a great choice if you want something a little different from the usual green houseplant lineup without committing to a larger specimen plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonias like bright, indirect light, a chunky well-draining mix, and a little consistency. They do not love being soggy, bone dry for too long, or shoved into harsh direct sun. Relatable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace in bright, indirect light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater when the mix is partially dry, but avoid letting it sit wet for long periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonia maculata appreciates humidity and good airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid harsh direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome minor leaf imperfections may be present because plants are plants, not plastic decor from a catalog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a starter plant, so it is best for someone who enjoys watching plants grow in. It is small now, but the foliage is already doing the cute polka dot thing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegonias are toxic to pets if chewed or ingested. Please keep away from curious cats, dogs, and tiny household chaos gremlins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Opal Leaf Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52250753073434,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/2743\/5290\/files\/C79B9118-EDC8-4AB3-8569-20F227DAEDCF.jpg?v=1779259101","url":"https:\/\/opalleafco.com\/products\/begonia-maculata-polka-dot-starter-plant","provider":"Opal Leaf Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}