Begonia rex ‘Lima Love’ is a compact, foliage rex begonia grown for its vivid, heart-shaped leaves. Each leaf is a bright lime green, dramatically veined and centred with deep burgundy-red, and the overlapping foliage builds into a neat, bushy mound. It is one of the most colourful and collectable rex begonias you can grow indoors, bringing bold pattern and colour to a bright shelf or windowsill.

Origins
Rex begonias are cultivated hybrids descended from Begonia rex, a species native to the humid forests of eastern Asia and hugely popular with Victorian plant collectors for its ornamental foliage. ‘Lima Love’ is a modern selection from the Beleaf series, bred for its bright lime-and-red colouring and neat, compact habit.

Soil and Substrate
Rex begonias have fine roots and dislike sitting wet, so they do best in a light, free-draining mix. Our Simply Houseplant Potting Mix is peat-free and airy, giving the roots the drainage they need while holding gentle moisture. Discover more in our Begonia collection.

Care
Give Lima Love bright, indirect light, warmth and high humidity, and water carefully at the base, letting the top of the soil dry slightly between waterings. Keep water off the crown and leaves to avoid rot, and expect growth to slow over winter as the plant rests.