Camellia j. 'Nuccio's Pearl' - 50-60 CM C3

Description
The Common camellia 'Nuccio´s Pearl' (Camellia japonica) is a very popular evergreen container plant. Its light pink-coloured flowers appear from February to April. 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 'Nuccio´s Pearl' reaches a height of approx. 2.5 m and grows up to 2.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Common camellia 'Nuccio´s Pearl' are dark green. They are about 5 - 8 cm in size.

Spread
Japan to Korea.

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

Growth
Common camellia 'Nuccio´s Pearl' is an upright and dense growing shrub that can reach a height of 2 - 2.5 m and a width of 2 - 2.5 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, waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Camellia japonica 'Nuccio´s Pearl' forms light pink flowers from February.

Use
Tub, winter garden