Begonia HOLIDAY™ 'Silver Bells'

Begonia HOLIDAY™ ‘Silver Bells’ is grown chiefly for its ornamental foliage: narrow, deeply cut leaves with silver surfaces and pink stems form a dense, mounding plant. The silver pattern gives shaded containers a bright, finely textured accent, while its modest footprint also suits a houseplant or mixed container. ## Foliage and placement The [TERRA NOVA cultivar profile](https://www.terranovanurseries.com/product/begonia-holiday-silver-bells/) lists a mature height of 9 inches and width of 16 inches, zones 9–11, and full shade. It describes green, pink, and silver foliage, pink flowers without a specified bloom period, and an evergreen habit. The profile recommends rich, fertile, porous soil kept evenly moist. Use these figures as the breeder’s garden guidance; indoor conditions and container culture can affect growth. ## Growing notes This is a tender begonia marketed as an annual outdoors in colder climates. The breeder recommends it for containers indoors or outside. The silver leaf pattern provides the main display, with pink flowers as a secondary accent. ## Maintenance Keep the growing medium evenly moist while allowing excess water to drain; avoid stagnant, waterlogged conditions. In greenhouse production the breeder advises moderate drying between waterings, but garden and container plants should be monitored in their actual conditions. Keep the plant out of direct sun, remove damaged leaves, and protect it from cold where it is not winter hardy.