Camellia x williamsii 'Beatrice Michael' (Beatrice Michael Camellia.)


Botanical Information

FamilyTheaceae
GenusCamellia
Speciesx williamsii
Cultivar'Beatrice Michael'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH4 - H7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)down to -15 °C
Temperature (°F)down to 5 °F
Height2 - 5 m
Spread1 - 3 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodFebruary, March, April

Description and Growing Information

ShapeUpright shrub.
PropagationSemi-hardwood cuttings.
CultivationGrows best in a neutral or acid soil that is humus-rich, moist and free-draining in a semi-shaded area.
Notable SpecimensTrengwainton Garden, Madron, near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionShiny, dark green leaves.
Flower DescriptionPale pink single flowers.

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