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Camellia japonica

'Marie Mackall'


Marie Mackall Camellia




Family
Theaceae
Genus
Camellia
Species
japonica
Cultivar
'Marie Mackall'
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
7-9
Canadian Hardiness Zone
8
RHS Hardiness Zone
H3-H6
Temperature (°C)
-17.8 - (-1.1)
Temperature (°F)
0-30
Height
1-2.5 m
Spread
1-1.5 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
JanuaryDecember
Landscape
Poor salt tolerance and this will l not do well in coastal areas. Good as seasonal colour accent, screening, and along woodland edges.
Cultivation
Best grown in full sun in cooler areas, filtered sun or shade in warmer areas. Needs organically rich soils with regular watering but will die in standing water.
Growth
Medium
Leaf Description
Thick, glossy, dark green leaves grow 7-8 cm long, with serrated edges.
Flower Description
Formal double flower grows 12-13 cm across. Light pink, becoming darker pink towards the edges and with yellow anthers.
Fruit Description
Round capsules, 1-2 cm around.
Notable Specimens
Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Propagation
Hardwood cuttings planted with rooting hormone. Will begin to root within 2 or 3 months at 20-30°C.
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer)
Originated at the Kramer Brothers Nursery, Upland, California, United States of America.
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