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CAMELLIA 'Red Crystal'
Reticulata. Glowing red. Single to semi-double.
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Good to know
C. reticulata 'Crimson Robe' x C. japonica 'Wildfire' -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, vine weevil, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Garden origin. New Zealand. c1984. Os Blumhardt, Whangarei -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Camellias
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reticulataCamellia reticulata (syn. C. heterophylla) is a species of Camellia
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Camellia
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EvergreenDark green, glossy leaves to 10cm (4in) long
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Saucer-shaped
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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft) -
Tall ShrubVigorous, upright, open growth. Flowers to 14cm (5½in) across with heavily textured, crinkled petals and gold stamens
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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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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
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Partial shade
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
4m (13ft)
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