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  • CAMELLIA 'Pink Perfection'
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    CAMELLIA 'Pink Perfection'

    (syn. 'Nuccio's Pink Perfection') - shell pink formal double
     
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    • Good to know
      An old variety ca 1875
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, scale insects, vine weevils, leaf spot
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Camellias
    • japonica
      The best known of all the camellias, Japanese Camellia (Camellia japonica)
    • Camellia
    • Evergreen
      Glossy, dark green leaves
    • Formal double
      Multi rows of petals in a symmetrical shape, no stamen showing
      Flowers 2.5-3.75cm (1-3in) across
    • Border
      Suitable for a large border
    • Cottage garden
    • Town garden
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrulate
    • Elliptic
    • Height
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Spread
      1.8m (6ft)
    • Tall Shrub
    • 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.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Acid / ericaceous loving
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Partial shade
    • Mature Size
      2.5m (8ft)
      Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
        1.8m (6ft)
       
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