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CAMELLIA 'California Sunset'
Hybrid. Large semi-double bright pink
2 year
£21.00 each
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 3+ £16.00 each
Any 5+ £14.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, scale insects, vine weevils, leaf spot -
Place of origin
Garden origin. USA. 1989. Nuccio, 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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Semi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens
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Border
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Serrulate
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Elliptic
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightFast-growing, spreading, open growth. Produces large flowers to 13cm (5in) across with wavy petals and flared golden 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 - 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) -
Winter Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to acid soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1.2m (4ft)
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