Camellia japonica 'Doctor King'
camellia
Get the growing season off to a great start with this elegant evergreen, which starts to produce its large, semi-double flowers from late winter onwards. The petals have a slightly ruffled appearance, and these frame a cluster of golden stamens, which are more prominent on some of the flowers.
Camellia japonica 'Doctor King' makes a handsome addition to a large pot (filled with ericaceous compost), and even when not in bloom, the lustrous foliage will offer year-round colour.
Camellia japonica 'Doctor King' makes a handsome addition to a large pot (filled with ericaceous compost), and even when not in bloom, the lustrous foliage will offer year-round colour.
How to care for Camellia japonica Doctor King:
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.
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:
2m
Eventual spread:
2m
Position:
Light shade
Rate of growth:
Slow growing
Soil:
Humus-rich, moist, well-drained acid soil or ericaceous compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
2 litre pot
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