Camellia j. 'Snowball' - STDS 4-6 CM C20

Description
The Common camellia 'Snowball' (Camellia japonica) is a very popular evergreen container plant. Its white, double flowers appear in April. 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 'Snowball' reaches a height of approx. 2.5 m and grows up to 2 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Common camellia 'Snowball' 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 'Snowball' is an upright and dense growing shrub that can reach a height of 2 - 2.5 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 and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Camellia japonica 'Snowball' produces double, white flowers. These grow to about 6 - 9 cm in size.

Use
Tub, winter garden