Camellia japonica 'Masayoshi' (Masayoshi Camellia)
Botanical Information
| Family | Theaceae |
| Genus | Camellia |
| Species | japonica |
| Cultivar | 'Masayoshi' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 - 10 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cold season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -15 to -10 |
| Height | 2.5 - 4 m |
| Spread | 2.5 - 4 m |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Rounded to broadly spreading. |
| Landscape | Beds and borders, along walls and trellises. |
| Propagation | Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Prefers a rich well-drained soil with regular watering during dry weather. |
| Pests | May be attacked by aphids, scale insect and vine weevil. |
| Notable Specimens | National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Ovate, glossy, leathery leaves. |
| Flower Description | Semi-double red flowers, 12 cm in width, often with some white spots and marbling, and with prominent stamens. |
Photographs
Camellia japonica ‘Masayoshi’, form. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia japonica ‘Masayoshi’, leaf. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia japonica ‘Masayoshi’, flower. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia japonica ‘Masayoshi’, flower. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Camellia japonica ‘Masayoshi’, flower. National Trust Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
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