Introduce this show stopper into your garden to create a beautiful focal point. The Camellia Japonica Dr Burnside is known for its spectacular masses of semi double, dark red peony like blooms with yellow stamens that flower in spring. It is an evergreen shrub with fine glossy foliage that grows slowly in an upright spreading direction. To protect this plant, avoid dense shade as it will limit flowering and shelter from the hot afternoon sun and wind. Plant it in a feature pot, grow it as a hedge, or an espalier. If you have slightly acidic soil, this is the plant for you.
Colour — Red | |
Growth Width — 3m | |
Growth Height — 3m | |
Flower Colour — Red | |
Light Requirements — Morning Sun, Part Shade | |
Soil Requirements — Sandy soil, Special potting mix, Well drained soil |
Planting Advice | You can plant your Camellia at any time of the year, however the best time is in late winter. Choose an outdoor spot with partial shade. Your Camellia will do well in slightly acidic soil. Do not add lime to your soil. |
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Watering needs | Always keep your Camellia plant moist, especially in hot and dry weather. Use compost and mulch around the plant to keep its shallow roots cool and moist. Be sure to keep the mulch away from the trunk to avoid any potential rot. |
Pruning Advice | You can lightly trim the tips of your Camellia plant during spring to shape or thin out its branches. This will also keep leaves dense and compact. |
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