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 |
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. |