Camellia japonica 'Campsii Alba' - 125-150 CM C20

Description
The Kamelie 'Campsii Alba' (Camellia japonica) is a very popular, evergreen container plant. Its white flowers appear from March to April. The dark green leaves are lance-shaped, glossy and leathery. It should be planted in a position that is as sunny as possible or in partial shade. Well-drained, humus-rich, sandy and loamy soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Kamelie 'Campsii Alba' reaches a height of approx. 3 m and spreads up to 2 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Kamelie 'Campsii Alba' 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
Kamelie 'Campsii 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 and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
Camellia japonica 'Campsii Alba' forms white flowers from March.

Use
Tub, winter garden