Camellia "Hiryu" photographed in the Princess Fancy-Plants nursery in Chandler, Brisbane.

Camellia hiemalis "Hiryu"

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Description

Sun to part shade.

Moderate water.

Hedging.

Espalier.

Avoid lime.

 

Notes from the plant tag:

Syn. Kanjiro; Australian Hiryu.  Beautiful, large, semi-double flowers, deep rose shading to red at the petal edges borne on a tall, bushy shrub.

DESCRIPTION:  An evergreen shrub, closely related to C. sasanqua, growing to approximately 2-3 m with small, bright green foliage.  Abundant flowers are produced in autumn and winter.  Ideal for screens, hedging, large containers and espaliers.

POSITION:  Sunny or partly shaded position.  Protect from strong winds.

SOIL:  Well drained, slightly acidic soil.  Before planting combine soil with organic matter for best results.

CARE:  Keep moist especially in hot, dry weather.  Mulch with compost, leaf mould or other organic matter to keep roots cool.  Do not allow mulch to touch the trunk. May be lightly trimmed to shape in spring.  Feed in spring with a camellia fertiliser or a complete organic fertiliser.  Avoid lime.

 

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