Begonia 'Fragrant Falls Lemon'

Common name: Begonia

Description: 'Fragrant Falls Lemon' is a trailing tuberous begonia bearing a generous succession of delicate, fragrant, lemon-yellow flowers on cascading stems throughout summer. The pendulous habit makes it outstanding in hanging baskets, tall patio containers, and window boxes, where its sweetly scented blooms can be appreciated close up. It performs well in partial shade, making it a useful choice for spots where most summer bedding would struggle.

Other benefits: fragrant flowers, long flowering season, excellent for hanging baskets and containers, performs well in partial shade

Wildlife attraction: 60–75cm (trailing)

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: Partial shade to full sun; avoid the hottest midday sun in summer.

Position: Neutral; moist, humus-rich, well-drained compost.

Soil pH: Keep consistently moist throughout the growing season; do not allow to dry out or waterlog.

Moisture: Frost-tender; plant out after the last frosts (mid-May in most of the UK). Lift or discard before the first autumn frosts.

Winter hardiness: