Camellia j. 'Mathotiana Alba' - P9

Description
The Common camellia 'Mathotiana Alba' (Camellia japonica) is a very popular evergreen container plant. Its red, pink or white, double 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 'Mathotiana Alba' reaches a height of approx. 3 m and grows up to 2 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers

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

Spread
Japan to Korea.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Common camellia 'Mathotiana Alba' is an upright-growing shrub that can reach a height of 2 - 3 m and a width of 1.5 - 2 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, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Camellia japonica 'Mathotiana Alba' forms double, red, pink and white flowers from February. These grow to around 10 - 12 cm tall.

Use
Tub, winter garden