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Camellia japonica

'Adelina Patti'


Adelina Patti Camellia.




Family
Theaceae
Genus
Camellia
Species
japonica
Cultivar
'Adelina Patti'
Category
Perennials
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
9 - 10
Canadian Hardiness Zone
10
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5
Temperature (°C)
-15 to -10
Temperature (°F)
5°F
Height
9 m
Spread
8 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MarchApril
Landscape
Uses include flower borders and beds, wall-side plantings, and courtyard gardens.
Cultivation
Position in a site sheltered from cold, dry winds and early morning sun as buds and flowers may be damaged by cold winds and late frosts. Suitable for woodland and acidic soils.
Shape
Upright.
Growth
Medium
Pests
May be attacked by aphids, scale insects and vine weevil.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Leaf Description
Glossy, dark green leaves.
Flower Description
Rosy pink, single, cup-shaped, white rim and splayed golden stamens.
Notable Specimens
Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
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