Troubleshooting
Begonia 'Connee Boswell' problems — and how to fix them
Begonia 'Connee Boswell' (Begonia 'Connee Boswell') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Powdery mildew
White patches on leaves from stagnant, damp air; improve airflow, avoid wetting foliage, and never mist Rex begonias directly.
Rhizome and crown rot
Caused by overwatering or planting too deep; keep the rhizome on the surface and let the top of the mix dry between waterings.
Brown, crisp leaf edges
Low humidity or dry air from heaters; raise humidity with a pebble tray and move away from radiators and draughts.
Faded, washed-out colour
Too little light dulls the silver markings, while harsh direct sun bleaches them; aim for steady bright indirect light.
Prevent begonia 'connee boswell' problems before they start
Most begonia 'connee boswell' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for begonia 'connee boswell' in general rather than its problems? Read the full begonia 'connee boswell' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Begonia 'Connee Boswell' problems — FAQ
Why is my begonia 'connee boswell' powdery mildew?
White patches on leaves from stagnant, damp air; improve airflow, avoid wetting foliage, and never mist Rex begonias directly.
Why is my begonia 'connee boswell' rhizome and crown rot?
Caused by overwatering or planting too deep; keep the rhizome on the surface and let the top of the mix dry between waterings.
Why is my begonia 'connee boswell' brown, crisp leaf edges?
Low humidity or dry air from heaters; raise humidity with a pebble tray and move away from radiators and draughts.
Why is my begonia 'connee boswell' faded, washed-out colour?
Too little light dulls the silver markings, while harsh direct sun bleaches them; aim for steady bright indirect light.