Camellia sas. 'Hino De Gumo' - 100-125 CM C50

Description
The Camellia 'Hino De Gumo' (Camellia sasanqua) is an upright, dense shrub that produces white flowers with a strong fragrance. They appear from October to February. The Camellia 'Hino De Gumo' also has shiny, lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained, humus-rich, lime-free, sandy, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of around 6 metres and grows to around 4 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Camellia sasanqua 'Hinode Gumo'.

Bulletpoints
* strongly scented flowers * suitable for containers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of Camellia 'Hino De Gumo' are dark green, lanceolate, glossy and alternate. They are about 3 - 5 cm in size.

Spread
Japan.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Camellia 'Hino De Gumo' is an upright and dense growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 4 - 6 m and is approx. 3 - 4 m wide. Rapidly growing.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.

Flower
The white flowers appear from October to February. They are strongly scented.

Use
Tub, winter garden