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Camellia hiemalis 'Showa-no-sakae'

Family Theaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 2.4 m (5 - 8 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 2.4 m (3 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Camellia hiemalis 'Showa-no-sakae' (camellia) bears showy, light pink and fragrant blossoms during early winter to early spring. This plant is spreading in form and has glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Camellia hiemalis 'Showa-no-sakae' (camellia) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Container, cut flowers, specimen, screening and topiary.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Camellia hiemalis 'Showa-no-sakae' (camellia) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.