Red Camellia japonica Plant

Name: Red Camellia japonica Plant
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178791289211_55626559848827
Price: 13.99 GBP
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ORN0141

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Enjoy a spectacular display of large, deep crimson flowers each spring.
Features highly decorative, waxy, dark green leaves that provide a beautiful backdrop.
Blooms early in the season, from March to May, heralding the arrival of spring.
Fills the air with a delightful, sweet fragrance.
A versatile choice, perfect for growing in pots, borders, or as an informal hedge.
Fully hardy and evergreen, offering structure and interest all year round.

Latin Name: Camellia japonica 'Red'
Species: Camellia
Flower Colour: Crimson Red
Key Features: Evergreen, Fragrant
Flowering Time: March, April, May
Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Habit: Bushy
Eventual Height: 1.5-2m
Eventual Spread: Reaches a spread of 1-1.5m

Planting Time: March, April, September, October
Spacing: Space plants 1m apart.
Soil Type: Prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Any type of soil except chalk is fine.
Watering: Water regularly. Camellias like plenty of water - use rainwater if possible.
Feeding: Feed lightly in the growing season with an acidic plant food.
Pruning: Prune after flowering in May. Cut away any yellow foliage and remove any damaged or unwanted branches.
Pest & Disease: Excellent pest and disease resistance. Camellias can be at risk from petal blight - to avoid this, clear up any fallen flower heads as soon as possible.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: This plant is supplied in a 9cm pot
Height on Arrival: 20-30cm inc. pot

Highlights

Enjoy a spectacular display of large, deep crimson flowers each spring.
Features highly decorative, waxy, dark green leaves that provide a beautiful backdrop.
Blooms early in the season, from March to May, heralding the arrival of spring.
Fills the air with a delightful, sweet fragrance.
A versatile choice, perfect for growing in pots, borders, or as an informal hedge.
Fully hardy and evergreen, offering structure and interest all year round.

Variety Specifications

Latin Name: Camellia japonica 'Red'
Species: Camellia
Flower Colour: Crimson Red
Key Features: Evergreen, Fragrant
Flowering Time: March, April, May
Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Habit: Bushy
Eventual Height: 1.5-2m
Eventual Spread: Reaches a spread of 1-1.5m

Planting & Care

Planting Time: March, April, September, October
Spacing: Space plants 1m apart.
Soil Type: Prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Any type of soil except chalk is fine.
Watering: Water regularly. Camellias like plenty of water - use rainwater if possible.
Feeding: Feed lightly in the growing season with an acidic plant food.
Pruning: Prune after flowering in May. Cut away any yellow foliage and remove any damaged or unwanted branches.
Pest & Disease: Excellent pest and disease resistance. Camellias can be at risk from petal blight - to avoid this, clear up any fallen flower heads as soon as possible.

Product Specifications