
An upright, narrow shrub blooming with abundant pale pink formal double flowers in early spring. The gorgeous blooms emerge a paler pink before darkening to a delicate fuchsia hue, eventually reaching 10cm (4in) wide when fully open. Tightly packed petals create a rose-like flower form that pop against the dark green, slightly matt foliage. Hardy and vigorous, 'E.G. Waterhouse' has a columnar habit perfect for compact spaces and suitably large pots.
How to care for Camellia × williamsii 'E.G. Waterhouse':
To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
4m
Eventual spread:
2.5m
Position:
Light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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An upright, narrow shrub blooming with abundant pale pink formal double flowers in early spring. The gorgeous blooms emerge a paler pink before darkening to a delicate fuchsia hue, eventually reaching 10cm (4in) wide when fully open. Tightly packed petals create a rose-like flower form that pop against the dark green, slightly matt foliage. Hardy and vigorous, 'E.G. Waterhouse' has a columnar habit perfect for compact spaces and suitably large pots.
How to care for Camellia × williamsii 'E.G. Waterhouse':
To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in dry weather to prevent bud drop. Apply a balanced liquid fertiliser in mid-spring and again in June. Top-dress annually with shredded bark or well-rotted leaf mould. After flowering lightly trim or prune any branches that spoil the appearance of the plant.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
4m
Eventual spread:
2.5m
Position:
Light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
Product options
available to order from summer
Checkout now