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CAMELLIA 'Valley Knudsen'
Ruffled mid pink
1 year
(UK Delivery Only)
£10.50 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £9.00 each
Any 5+ £8.00 each
3 year
(UK Delivery Only)
£40.00 each
£45.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
C. saluenensis x C. reticulata 'Buddha' -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, vine weevils, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Garden origin. 1958. USA. H. Asper, California -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Camellias
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reticulata x sasanqua
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Camellia
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Evergreen
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Mid pink -
Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamensTo loose peony. 10-13cm (4-5in), or more, across
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Oblong
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Height
2-4m (6½-13ft) -
Spread
1.2-2.5m (4-8ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, compact, upright growth
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size2-4m (6½-13ft)
1.2-2.5m (4-8ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Soil Conditions
Acid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
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