Begonia - Illumination Rose

Begonia - Illumination Rose features stunning rose-pink double blooms that create a magnificent cascading display perfect for hanging baskets and containers. This trailing begonia variety produces an abundance of vibrant flowers against lush green foliage, blooming continuously from late spring through early fall. The Illumination Rose begonia thrives in partial to full shade conditions, making it ideal for brightening darker corners of your garden or patio where other flowering plants might struggle. Its heat tolerance and disease resistance ensure reliable performance throughout the growing season, while its trailing habit creates dramatic visual impact in elevated planters.

Key Features:

- Vibrant rose-pink double blooms create dramatic cascading color displays in hanging baskets.

- Exceptional shade tolerance allows for beautiful flowering in areas with limited direct sunlight.

- Continuous blooming habit provides months of reliable color from spring through fall.

- Trailing growth pattern creates up to 18 inches of cascading flowers and foliage.

- Heat and humidity tolerance ensures consistent performance even during summer's challenging conditions.

- Low-maintenance nature requires minimal care for maximum visual impact.

Plant Care Instructions:

1. Light Requirements:

- Thrives in partial to full shade environments.

- Performs best with 2-4 hours of filtered morning sunlight and protection from harsh afternoon sun.

2. Watering:

- Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

- Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, typically every 2-3 days during warm weather.

3. Soil Type:

- Prefers rich, well-draining soil with high organic content.

- Add compost to garden soil or use quality potting mix for container plantings.

4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:

- Hardy to Zone 3b as a summer annual.

- Optimal growing temperature range is 65-75°F; protect from temperatures below 50°F.

5. Fertilizer:

- Feed every 2 weeks with a balanced water-soluble fertilizer formulated for flowering plants.

- Reduce feeding to monthly in late summer as the growing season winds down.

6. Pruning & Maintenance:

- Remove spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering and maintain plant appearance.

- Trim back leggy growth to promote bushier habit and more abundant flowering.

7. Special Notes:

- All parts of begonia plants are toxic if ingested by pets or humans.

- Can be overwintered indoors as a houseplant in a bright location with reduced watering.