Common camellia. Erect shrub or small tree with bright green, crinkled, holly-like leaves. Bears pretty single or semi-double, red flowers, striped pink and white. Max Height 9m. Max Spread 8m. Flowers March to April. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Camellia japonica ‘Tricolor’
Erect shrub or small tree with bright green, crinkled, holly-like leaves. Bears pretty single or semi-double, red flowers, striped pink and white.
Additional information
| Generic | Camellia |
|---|---|
| Species | japonica |
| Varietry | 'Tricolor' |
| Common Name | Common camellia |
| Flower Colour | pink, blue, white |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 9m |
| Family | Theaceae |
| Spread | 8m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Woodland |
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