Camellia Tiffany JAPONICA

Dappled shade or good indirect light

Height:  to 3 m but may be pruned to suit

Great in pots

Enjoys moisture but dislikes boggy conditions

Notes from the plant tag:

Large, pale warm pink, peony blooms with lightly waved petals borne mid to late season on a vigorous, upright bush.

DESCRIPTION

Large, evergreen shrub with attractive, glossy, dark green, thick foliage. Large, showy flowers are borne in early winter to mid spring. C. japonica has been in cultivation for around 300 years.

POSITION

Early morning sun or part shade. Shelter from the hot afternoon sun and wind. Can be planted under large trees. Dense shade restricts flowering.

SOIL

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

CARE

Keep moist especially in 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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