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Camellia Japonica

Known as the Japanese Camellia although they are native to both Japan and China. Camellia Japonica varieties are at home in the part shaded garden border. They make a great hedge and are easy to care for. With a medium rate of growth they will eventually reach 3-5m depending on conditions but can easily be pruned to maintain shape.

Camellia Japonica Care and growing conditions.

The main requirements for growing Camellia Japonica is protection from the hot afternoon sun and a well drained humus rich soil. They can be grown in full sun however flowers may tend to suffer in hot direct sun.

Camellia Japonica popular varieties.
Flower types include single flowers and double types and varieties are numerous. popular Camellia Japonicas include, Nuccio's Gem a large formal double flowering type has white flowers flushed with pink. Camellia japonica 'Debutante'with its Peony Pink flower is very popular. 'Desire has soft pink flowers and is a doubled flowered variety.

Planting Camellia Japonica

A moist humus rich well drained soil is ideal for Camellia Japonica. Prepare the planting positions well in advance and dig in some well rotted compost and cow manure. Always use well rotted manures to prevent burning of root systems.

Holes should be larger than the pot, however plants need to planted at the same level as they were when in the pot. Camellias can be staked to promote an upright habit. Water in well and maintain a moist soil for the first few summers.

Camellia Japonica are remarkably tough once established. Some people recommend creating a saucer or depression around the base of the plant to allow water to collect, be careful not to allow mulch to collect in this around the base of the plant.

Fertilizing Camellia Japonica.

Like most plants camellias appreciate feeding during the first phases of growth in spring. Specialist camellia fertilizer is best as this tends to balance the ph of the soil. Remember to water well before fertilizing.

Pruning Camellia Japonica

Keep in shape with light pruning after flowering. Heavy pruning if required is OK with these resilient plants.

Be adventurous, try espaliering a Camellia japonica. Or why not try pruning back to a formal hedge. Always use sharp secatures or a hedging shears.

Camellia Pests and Disease

Camellia Japonica are relatively hardy and pest resistant.

Camellia Japonica
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