Camellia x williamsii
'Anticipation'
Anticipation Camellia
Family |
Theaceae |
Genus |
Camellia |
Species |
x williamsii |
Cultivar |
'Anticipation' |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Shrub (evergreen) |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
7 - 9 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
8 |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H5 |
Temperature (°C) |
-15 to -10 |
Height |
2.4 - 4.5 m |
Spread |
1.2 - 3.6 m |
Landscape |
Borders, beds, courtyard gardens, patios and containers. |
Cultivation |
Position in a site sheltered from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. |
Shape |
Upright. |
Growth |
Medium |
Pests |
May be prone to aphids, scale insects and vine weevil. |
Habitat |
Horticultural origin. |
Leaf Description |
Ovate, glossy, leathery green leaves. |
Flower Description |
Peony flower form. Double, deep rose-pink flowers up to 12 cm in size. |
Notable Specimens |
Caerhays Castle, Gorran, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Trengwainton Garden, Madron, near Penzance, Cornwall, United Kingdom. Burncoose Nursery and Gardens, Gwennap, Redruth, Cornwall, England. |
Propagation |
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings. |