Begonia 'Ilona Camilla'

Common name: Begonia 'Ilona Camilla'

Description: This elegant fibrous begonia produces abundant flowers in soft coral-pink that create a sophisticated display throughout summer and into autumn. The prolific blooms are held above attractive glossy foliage, bringing continuous gentle colour and refinement to shaded borders and containers. 'Ilona Camilla' offers exceptional performance with weather resistance and shade tolerance, perfect for patio containers, hanging baskets, and shade borders. The flowers appear continuously without deadheading whilst the glossy foliage provides year-round interest. This easy-care begonia brings months of coral-pink colour with minimal maintenance.

Other benefits: long flowering season, shade tolerant, weather resistant, suitable for containers, no deadheading required

Wildlife attraction: bees

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 30cm x 30cm

Position: partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun

Soil pH: adaptable; performs well in neutral to slightly acid conditions

Moisture: moderate to moist soil preferred; dislikes drying out

Winter hardiness: tender; protect from frost or treat as annual