Camellia oleifera 'Snow Flurry' - 20-25 CM P9

Description
The Camellia (Camellia oleifera) is a very popular evergreen tub plant. Its decorative flowers appear from October to December. The dark green leaves are lanceolate and glossy. The location should be as sunny to semi-shady as possible. A well-drained, lime-free and nutrient-rich soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Camellia reaches a height of approx. 4 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Camellia are dark green, lanceolate and glossy.

Spread
China.

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

Growth
Camellia is an upright-growing shrub that can reach a height of 3.5 - 4 m and a width of 1.2 - 1.5 m.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

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 oleifera forms white flowers from October.

Use
Tub, winter garden