Botanical Name: Camellia japonica
Common Name: Japanese camellia Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape upright, rounded or pyramidal, depending on variety – usually taller than wide Height 5-10' (20') Spread 6-8' Growth Rate slow/moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors partial sun/shade – full sun along coast Soil well-draining, acidic, composted soil Hardiness hardy, avoid dry heat (zones 4-9, 14-24) Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, elliptic-oval-ovate, finely serrate, dark green, 2-4" long, leathery Flowers many forms depending on variety – single, double, white, pink, red – mostly late winter Fruit small capsule Propagation: semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: accent shrub for flowers, medium to large filler, espalier, container plant, excellent for mixing with azaleas, ferns and other acid-loving plants Landscape Care: Watering regular – tolerates heavy if drainage is good Fertilizing acid, monthly from April to December Pruning little is required – prune to shape after blooming Pests/Diseases scale, aphids, spider-mite; camellia petal blight Special Conditions/Other clean up flowers, keep soil mulched Origin: China Family: Theaceae Notes: |
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