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Camellia x vernalis 'Hiryu'

Family Theaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.8 - 4.5 m (6 - 15 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 4 m (3 - 12 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Camellia x vernalis 'Hiryu' (vernal camellia) bears showy and bright red blossoms during late fall to early spring. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Camellia x vernalis 'Hiryu' (vernal camellia) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Camellia x vernalis 'Hiryu' (vernal camellia) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Container, cut flowers, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.