{"product_id":"begonia-white-sand","title":"Begonia ‘White Sand’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eBegonia ‘White Sand’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cultivated hybrid Begonia selected for its luminous silvery foliage. The leaves are broadly ovate to cordate and densely covered with fine reflective hairs, creating a soft, sand-like texture. Dark green veins radiate from the center of each leaf, forming a striking contrast against the pale background. This hybrid is primarily grown for ornamental foliage and performs best under bright, indirect light with high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"309\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"196\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\"\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf scorch and loss of silver coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"332\"\u003ePrefers warm conditions between 18–26 °C (65–78 °F); protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 12 °C (54 °F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"469\"\u003eKeep the growing medium evenly moist but not soggy; allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"698\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eThrives in moderate to high humidity (60–80%); ensure gentle air circulation to reduce fungal risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"716\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eUse a loose, well-draining, and airy mix, such as peat or coco coir blended with perlite and fine bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"846\"\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eFeed with a diluted balanced fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during active growth; reduce feeding in cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eRemove old or damaged leaves regularly; handle carefully, as the textured silver foliage can be delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eMonitor for spider mites, thrips, and mealybugs; excessive moisture without airflow may cause leaf spot or root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eCan be propagated by stem cuttings under warm, humid conditions with low to medium light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Begin With Plants","offers":[{"title":"5 leaves or more","offer_id":62402560819571,"sku":"Begonia ‘White Sand’","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/1665\/9315\/files\/Begonia_WhiteSand.jpg?v=1766849043","url":"https:\/\/beginwithplants.com\/products\/begonia-white-sand","provider":"Begin With Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}