Overview
Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Begonia, part of the Begoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) is a bushy cultivar of the Begonia genus, known for its deciduous foliage and suitability for partial shade conditions. As a frost-tender plant with an H1c hardiness rating, it thrives best in sheltered locations with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. This cultivar is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, patios, containers, cottage and informal gardens, as well as flower borders and beds. It is best grown in fertile, well-drained compost with bright indirect light or partial shade, and it can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Its season of interest spans spring, summer, and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Begonia
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T)
- Propagation
- Seed, stem, tip or leaf cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Caterpillars, mealy bugs, mites, glasshouse thrips, vine weevil, aphids
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, powdery mildews, stem rot, rhizome rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T)?
Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) need?
Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) hardy in the UK?
Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Begonia Fragrant Falls Improved Series (T)?
Seed, stem, tip or leaf cuttings.
More in the Begonia genus
- Begonia 'Bethlehem Star'
- Begonia 'Blitz'
- Begonia 'Hanging Basket Yellow'
- Begonia 'Lime Swirl'
- Begonia 'Little Darling'
- Begonia 'Magma' (R)
- Begonia 'Odorata Alba'
- Begonia 'Amy' (T)