This striking new Begonia is ‘essential black’ at its most beautiful. Stunning, large jet black velvet leaves with serrated edges in profusion give both texture and drama. Produces pink flowers but essentially this is a foliage effect plant. Not only is ‘Black Taffeta’ a beauty but its tough too! This is a foliage begonia suitable for indoors or sheltered out-doors growing. It has the looks of a Rex begonia combined with the toughness of a shrub-type. The result is exotic and stunning. This plant would suit a sheltered courtyard, in a pot or as a gift. While it will die back during winter or frosts in the spring you will see a profusion of new growth as the stunning leaves regenerate. An idea is to move your plant indoors or under shelter for winter, turning your outdoor begonia into a wonderful indoor feature to cheer up the winter home..Cultural Notes: This is a rhizomatous Begonia with a mounding habit. It prefers somewhat porous soil and some organic matter. Prefers Filtered light, morning sun or shade. Avoid exposure to hot afternoon sun. Feed well with slow release fertilizers for best plant performance. Dry slightly between waterings. Height to 60cm  Width to 45cm  Part shade/Filtered light/indoorsHighly recommended.