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Camellia japonica x reticulata

'Royalty'


Royalty Camellia




Family
Theaceae
Genus
Camellia
Species
japonica x reticulata
Cultivar
'Royalty'
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
7 - 8
Canadian Hardiness Zone
8
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5
Height
0.5 to 1 m
Spread
0.5 to 1 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MarchAprilMay
Cultivation
Cultivated 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.
Shape
Upright.
Growth
Medium
Pests
Could be attacked by aphids, scale insects and vine weevil.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Leaf Description
Ovate, glossy, leathery dark green leaves that are 11 cm long.
Flower Description
Large, light red, semi-double flowers, and 13 cm across.
Notable Specimens
Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Propagation
Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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