Camellia j. 'Alba Simplex' - 50-60 CM C3

Description
The Common camellia 'Alba Simplex' (Camellia japonica) is a very popular evergreen container plant. Its white flowers appear from February to May. The dark green leaves are lanceolate and glossy, leathery. The location should be as sunny to semi-shady as possible. A well-drained, humus-rich, sandy and loamy soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Common camellia 'Alba Simplex' reaches a height of approx. 1.7 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Common camellia 'Alba Simplex' are dark green, lanceolate, glossy, leathery and alternate. They are about 5 - 8 cm tall.

Spread
Japan to Korea.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Common camellia 'Alba Simplex' is an upright-growing shrub that can reach a height of 1.5 - 1.7 m and a width of 1.2 - 1.5 m.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Camellia japonica 'Alba Simplex' forms white flowers from February.

Use
Tub, winter garden