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CAMELLIA 'High Fragrance'
Hybrid. Pale pink semi-double. Perfumed
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Burncoose specialitySee Burncoose Speciality group for more details
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Good to knowSeedling of C. 'Bertha Harms' (C. 'Salab' x C. 'Scentuous'). Attains maximum size in 10-20 years
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Pests & DiseasesAphids, scale insects, vine weevil, leaf spot
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Place of originGarden origin. New Zealand. 1985. JR Finlay, Whangarei
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Camellias
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Camellia
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EvergreenDark green leaves to 7.5cm (3in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale, ivory pink
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PaeonyMass mixed irregular petals, with or without stamens
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Height8m (26ft)
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Spread8m (26ft)
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Tall ShrubRapid, open growth. Flowers, to 10cm (4in) across, have 30 petals, about 10 petaloids and yellow anthers
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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)
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Scented flowersA C. lutchuensis scent. Said to smell of roses, peonies or jasmine
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
8m (26ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Woodland garden
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Pruning group
Pruning group 5Suitable 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
Partial shade