Begonia 'Nordic Glacier' (WA Prohibited)
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WA Restricted - Cannot be shipped to Western Australia.
Begonia ‘Nordic Glacier’ is a striking rex-type begonia with cool-toned silver foliage marked by deep charcoal and burgundy veining. The sharply scalloped leaves and icy metallic sheen give this variety a crisp, modern look, making it an excellent feature plant for indoor bright shade.
Key Characteristics
- Foliage: Silver leaves with bold charcoal and burgundy centre markings.
- Leaf Shape: Sharply scalloped, textured rex begonia form.
- Growth Habit: Compact mounding growth.
- Seasonality: Evergreen indoors; strongest growth in warmer weather.
- Flowers: Small pink flowers may appear intermittently.
Care
- Light: Bright, filtered light. Protect from harsh direct sun.
- Water: Keep lightly moist; allow the surface of the mix to dry slightly before watering again.
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Avoid misting directly onto the leaves.
- Temperature: Warm, stable indoor temperatures (18–28°C). Sensitive to cold drafts.
- Media: Free-draining mix with perlite or fine bark to ensure aeration.
- Feeding: Light liquid feed through spring and summer.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
- WA & TAS: $20 per order
- NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
Where certification is required, a physical address must be supplied for traceability. Delivery to a PO Box is still allowed.
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Size: 66mm Pot