Camellia japonica 'Nuccio's Pearl'
camellia
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- Standard £5.95
- Position: partial shade
- Soil:humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: February to March
- Hardiness: fully hardy
'Nuccio's Pearl' is a compact, upright, medium-sized evergreen shrub with double flowers, approximately 8cm (3in) across. The petals, with rounded shapes and pointed tips, appear from February to March and exhibit a charming blend of white with a pink flush, with darker hues on the outer petals. A very garden worthy plant and a recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit.
To prevent damage to the emerging buds and flowers protect from cold, dry winds and early morning sun. Water established plants in 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.