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 |
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. |