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Camellia x williamsii

'Galaxie'


Galaxie Camellia




Origin:  Native to California, United States of America.
Family
Theaceae
Genus
Camellia
Species
x williamsii
Cultivar
'Galaxie'
Category
Woody
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
8
Canadian Hardiness Zone
9
RHS Hardiness Zone
H5
Temperature (°C)
-15°C
Temperature (°F)
5°F
Height
3 - 5 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
JanuaryMarchAprilNovemberDecember
Landscape
Borders, beds, courtyard gardens, patios and containers.
Cultivation
Position in a site sheltered from cold, dry winds and early morning sun.
Shape
Upright, medium sized shrub.
Pests
Could be attacked by aphids, scale insects and vine weevil.
Habitat
Horticultural origin.
Leaf Description
Ovate, glossy, leathery, dark green leaves.
Flower Description
Semi-double flowers with wavy pale pink petals finely striped with deep pink.
Notable Specimens
Caerhays Castle, Goran, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings.
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