Camelia 22cm

Camellia (Camellia japonica) — Mediterranean plant.

Camellia (Camellia japonica) – Mediterranean plant. The camellia has glossy evergreen foliage and sumptuous late-winter flowers; it loves acid soil.

Benefits

• Mediterranean look, decorative on the terrace
• Drought- and heat-resistant

Seasonal care

• Spring: Start of the growing season: apply a suitable fertiliser and provide partial shade.
• Summer: Water moderately. Tolerates heat and drought well.
• Autumn: Autumn is a good time for planting; gradually reduce watering.
• Winter: Frost-hardy – overwinters outdoors. Prune in late winter if needed.

Specifications

• Botanical name: Camellia japonica
• Botanical family: Theaceae
• Life cycle: Perennial
• Foliage: Evergreen
• Exposure: Partial shade
• Placement: Outdoors / container
• Growth rate: Medium
• Minimum temperature: -15 °C
• Drought resistance: High
• Mature height: 100-250 cm
• Mature width: 80-150 cm
• Flowering period: February–April
• Flower colour: Red / pink / white
• Fragrance: Subtle
• Soil: Well drained, sandy loam
• pH: 5,0-6,0
• Watering: Moderate
• Fertilising: Spring–summer
• Pruning: Spring
• Mulching: Recommended (in winter)
• Product code: 4040531
• EAN code: 6420384040531

Warnings

• Needs acid soil (pH 5–6)
• Protect from dry frost and early-morning sun
• Buds drop if watering is uneven

Frequently asked questions

Does it survive winter outdoors?
Yes, it is frost-hardy and overwinters outdoors without problems in Romania.

What exposure and watering does it prefer?
Partial shade; moderate watering. The camellia has glossy evergreen foliage and sumptuous late-winter flowers; it loves acid soil.

When does it flower?
Flowering period: February-April.