Camellia sas. 'Show Girl' - SOLITAIR 175-200 CM C45

Description
The Camellia 'Versicolor' (Camellia sasanqua) is a dense, compact small shrub or bush that produces white-pink flowers with a strong fragrance. They appear from October to December. The Camellia 'Versicolor' 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 2 metres and grows to around 2 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Camellia sasanqua 'Tricolor Magnific'.

Bulletpoints
* strongly scented flowers * suitable for containers

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

Spread
Japan.

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

Growth
Camellia 'Versicolor' is a small shrub or bush that grows densely and compactly. It usually reaches a height of 1 - 2 m and is approx. 1 - 2 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-pink flowers appear from October to December. They are strongly scented.

Use
Tub, winter garden